Item #188053 The chronicles of crime; or, The new Newgate calendar : being a series of memoirs and anecdotes of notorious characters who have outraged the laws of Great Britain from the earliest period to 1841. Comprising coiners, extortioners .... [2 volumes]. Camden. Browne Pelham, Hablot Knight, Phiz.

The chronicles of crime; or, The new Newgate calendar : being a series of memoirs and anecdotes of notorious characters who have outraged the laws of Great Britain from the earliest period to 1841. Comprising coiners, extortioners .... [2 volumes]

1891, 1st Edition in this form. London : Miles. Very good copies both in the original gilt-blocked, fine-ribbed cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat rubbed and dust-toned as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; Physical description 2 v : ill ; 23 cm. Notes; with added engraved t.p. Subject Newgate (Prison) - History. Crime and criminals - Great Britain. Crime - Great Britain. Criminals - Great Britain. Punishment - Great Britain. Trials - Great Britain. Item #188053

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