Illustrious Pretenders from Perkin Warbeck to Arthur Orton is a fascinating book that tells the story of extraordinary individuals who claimed thrones, titles and hereditary estates. From the emperor, who turned out to be an ordinary weaver, to the hunter after the legacy of the shaggy man - in the book you will find incredible stories of deception, hoaxes and huge ambitions. The anonymous author reveals in detail the stories of these "glorious contenders" built on illusions and deception, inviting the reader on an exciting journey through the funny and disturbing vicissitudes of these unusual life paths.