Book Description

The Dens of London. Sinks of London Laid Open: A Pocket Companion for the Uninitiated to which is added a Modern Flash Dictionary containing all the cant words slang terms and flash phrases now in vogue with a list of the sixty orders of Prime Coves .etc. embellished with humorous illustrations by George Cruikshank published by J Duncombe London 1848. A 1st edition. In stiff boards slightly rubbed. 132 pages. Size 19 by 12 c. contains one hand-coloured folding plate and many small black & white illustrations. Some of the word in the Flash Dictionary" at the rear have been ticked off in pencil and there is a minor weakness to the front hinge. Otherwise VG condition.
Author Cruikshank
Date 1848
Binding Hardback
Publisher Duncombe
Illustrator Cruikshank
Condition Good to VG
Pages 132

Price: £285.00

Offered by Arthur Hook

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