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A quirky and fascinating portrait of the capital's dark and criminal underbelly throughout history. The 4th book from Arnold in her ongoing London series which includes "Necropolis: London & Its Dead, Bedlam: London & Its Mad" and "City Of Sin: London & Its Vices". From highway robberies of the 18th century, to the beatings, slashings and poisonings of the Victorian era, and beyond, it covers everything.
Synopsis
A fascinating portrait of the capital's dark and criminal underbelly throughout history