The Defects of Police the Cause of Immorality, and the Continual Robberies committed, particularly in and about the Metropolis: with various proposals for preventing hanging and transportation: likewise for the establishment of several plans of Police on a permanent basis, with respect to common beggars, the regulation of paupers, the peaceful security of subjects, and the moral and political conduct of the people.

Published by London: Printed for J. Dodsley, 1775

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First edition, 4to (297 x 232 mm), [2], xxxiv, 288pp., Oo2 with taped closed tear repair to lower corner, last 2 leaves and final blank creased, some light spotting, bookplate to front paste-down, original marbled boards (corners rubbed), reback with linen, uncut. First edition of this work by the umbrella-carrying philanthropist. It calls for more authority from the police and better social order in the metropolis. Goldsmiths' 11353; Higgs 6458; Kress 7115.

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Title
The Defects of Police the Cause of Immorality, and the Continual Robberies committed, particularly in and about the Metropolis: with various proposals for preventing hanging and transportation: likewise for the establishment of several plans of Police on a permanent basis, with respect to common beggars, the regulation of paupers, the peaceful security of subjects, and the moral and political conduct of the people.
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HANWAY (Jonas)
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London: Printed for J. Dodsley
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1775
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Hardcover
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1st Edition
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