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Book of Scoundrels

Charles Whibley

Book of Scoundrels

Book of Scoundrels

Charles Whibley

The 'Book of Scoundrels' by Charles Whibley, published in the early 20th century, presents an ironic history of British criminals, focusing on pre-Victorian pickpockets, highwaymen, and thieves. The book features notable figures such as Moll Cutpurse, the Queen of Thieves, and Jonathan Wild, the Thief-taker General, through a series of short biographies. It begins with an essay discussing the artistic achievements of thievery, highlighting the complex nature of crime in British society.

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