Crockford House: A Rhapsody, In Two Cantos And A Rhymer In Rome, 1826 (1827)

Crockford House: A Rhapsody, In Two Cantos And A Rhymer In Rome, 1826 (1827) is a book written by Henry Luttrell. The book is divided into two cantos and tells the story of Crockford House, a famous gambling establishment in London during the 19th century. The first canto focuses on the history of the house and its founder, William Crockford, while the second canto delves into the lives of the wealthy and influential people who frequented the establishment.The book is also interspersed with Luttrell's personal experiences in Rome, where he was living at the time of writing. In these sections, he reflects on the nature of gambling and its effects on society, as well as his own struggles with addiction.Overall, Crockford House: A Rhapsody, In Two Cantos And A Rhymer In Rome, 1826 (1827) offers a unique perspective on the world of gambling and high society in 19th century London, as well as a glimpse into the mind of a writer grappling with his own personal demons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.