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Sinks of London Laid Open

by George Cruikshank
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781022979178
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Anson Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Anson Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 170
  • Original Price: GBP 24.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 418 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Europe / Great Britain

Explore the hidden corners of 19th-century London with "Sinks of London Laid Open." This fascinating pocket companion offers a vivid glimpse into the social conditions and vibrant underworld of London life. Journey through the city's underbelly, guided by detailed descriptions of its diverse locales.

More than just a travelogue, this historical document provides invaluable insight into the language of the streets. Included is a comprehensive "flash dictionary," unlocking the secrets of cant words, slang terms, and flash phrases popular during the era. Decipher the colorful jargon used by various social groups, from the "sixty orders of prime coves" to everyday Londoners.

A unique resource for anyone interested in London's history and social fabric, "Sinks of London Laid Open" is a captivating exploration of a bygone era, meticulously reproduced for contemporary readers. Discover the raw and unfiltered voices of 19th-century London.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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