Charlatan: America's Most Dangerous Huckster

"Charlatan: America's Most Dangerous Huckster, the Man Who Pursued Him, and the Age of Flimflam" is a riveting true story that takes readers on a journey through the world of 20th-century medicine and the rise of one of its most notorious figures. Author Pope Brock tells the story of John R. Brinkley, a charismatic and cunning quack who rose to fame in the early 1900s by promising miracle cures for a range of ailments. Brinkley's story is one of deception, greed, and manipulation, as he built a vast empire based on false promises and outright lies. But it is also the story of Morris Fishbein, a young doctor who dedicated his life to exposing Brinkley's fraud and bringing him to justice. Fishbein's pursuit of Brinkley is a thrilling tale of cat-and-mouse, as he uses every tool at his disposal to bring down the charlatan and protect the public from his dangerous schemes. "Charlatan" is a meticulously researched and beautifully written book that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of American history. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition and the power of truth to triumph over deception. Whether you are a fan of true crime, medical history, or just great storytelling, this book is sure to captivate and entertain.