Books Tell You Why, Inc.

First Trade edition.

Irwin Shaw's Beggarman, Thief tells the story of Tom Trimble, an outcast in nineteenth century America who, through a combination of cunning and luck, becomes one of the country's most successful criminals. Although Tom is constantly on the run from the law, he never ceases to look out for the underdog - even if that underdog is himself.; Large 8vo; $8.00.