Modern Flash Dictionary: Containing All the Cant Words, Slang Terms, and Flash Phrases, Now in Vogue (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

George Kent

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265774845 ISBN 13: 9780265774847

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the secret world of 18th-century London through a comprehensive dictionary of the criminal underworld's language. The author provides an in-depth exploration of the slang, terms, and phrases used by thieves, rogues, and other unsavory characters of the time. The dictionary reveals the intricate communication system employed by these individuals to plan and execute their crimes while evading detection. It sheds light on the social and cultural factors that shaped this hidden language, offering insights into the lives and motivations of those who operated on the fringes of society. Through its detailed entries and historical context, this book provides a unique perspective on the criminal underworld of 18th-century London, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of crime, language, and social outcasts.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265774845
• ISBN 13: 9780265774847
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 41