Metropolitan Microscope Strangers Guide (1 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a precursor to understanding London's criminal underworld by lifting the lid on the deceptions that were rife in the city's gambling dens, flash houses, and auctions during the Regency period. The author guides readers through the methods used by gamblers, thieves, swindlers, and pawnbrokers to relieve the unwary of their cash. Through a mix of historical context and a gallery of infamous characters, the book illuminates the extent of criminal practices and the tricks dishonest tradesmen would use to trap the unsuspecting with worthless goods. The book's unique perspective on the era sheds light on the social and economic realities of the time, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the captivating history of London's criminal underworld. 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.