Excerpt from The London Guide, and Stranger's Safeguard Against the Cheats, Swindlers, and Pickpockets That Abound Within the Bills of Mortality<br><br><br><br>About the Publisher<br><br>Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.<br><br>This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.<BR>The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the shadowy underbelly of 19th-century London, offering a unique and detailed glimpse into the world of crime and deception. The author, who clearly has intimate knowledge of the city's criminal underworld, exposes the intricate techniques and strategies employed by pickpockets, con artists, and other rogues. With vivid descriptions and a keen eye for detail, the book paints a portrait of Londonââ â¢s criminal ecosystem, revealing the cunning tactics used by swindlers to prey upon the unwary. Beyond a simple exposàof criminal activity, the book explores the social and economic factors that contribute to the prevalence of crime. It also sheds light on the complex relationship between the criminal element and the authorities, highlighting the lax enforcement of certain laws and the surprising degree of tolerance for some offenses. Through its insightful analysis of criminal practices and its exploration of the socio-economic realities of the era, the book offers a captivating and informative look into the hidden world of London's criminal class. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259991342_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259991342
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 260 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 28893955/1
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