Fools of Fortune; or, Gambling and Gamblers

This book is about a history of the vice in ancient and modern times all over the world and makes an exposition of its alarming prevalence and destructive effects. This work discusses with an unreserved and exhaustive disclosure of such frauds, tricks and devices as are practiced by «Professional» gamblers, «Confidence Men» and «Bunko Steerers», in order to alert readers not to fall into a trap.