The peasants' revolting...crimes : a disrespectful history of the criminal acts committed by the underclasses of Britain
Deary, Terry2019
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Popular history writers Terry Deary takes us on a light-hearted and often humourous romp through the centuries with Mr and Mrs Peasant, recounting foul and dastardly deeds committed by the underclasses, as well as the punishments meted out by those on the right side of the law. Discover tales or arsonists and axe-wielders, grave robbers and garroters, poisoners and prostitutes. Delve into the dark histories of beggars, swindlers, forgers, sheep rustlers and a whole host of other felon from the lower ranks of society who have veered off the straight and narrow.
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Author:
Deary, Terry, author
Imprint:
Barnsley, South Yorkshire : Pen & Sword History, 2019.
Collation:
xii, 210 pages ; 24 cm
Notes:
Includes index.
ISBN:
9781526745576 (pbk)
Dewey class:
364.1086240941364.10941364.1086
LC class:
HV6943
Local class:
364.108364.108624
Language:
English
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BRN:
2552521
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