

Faked Editions
Jun 26, 2024
Gill Partington discusses Thomas James Wise, a master forger of books, his success and downfall. They explore the value of literary forgeries, hoaxes, and reproductions as art. Insights on Wise's motivations, methods, and the blurred line between authenticity and deceit in literature. Discusses the impact of historical literary hoaxes and the controversial nature of reproducing literary works word for word.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Rise and Fall of Thomas James Wise
02:48 • 9min
Uncovering a Forgery Through Typographical Anomalies
12:09 • 3min
The Unprosecuted Suspected Forger and Valuable Forgeries
15:23 • 3min
Exploring Authenticity and Deception in Literary Works
17:58 • 25min
Exploring the Concept of Authenticity in Wise's Editions
42:49 • 2min