A New Dictionary of the Terms Ancient and Modern of the Canting Crew, in its Several Tribes, of Gypsies, Beggers, Thieves, Cheats, &c., With an addition of Some Proverbs, Phrases, Figurative Speeches, &c
by Gent, B. E
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Eureka, California, United States
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About This Item
(n.d.). Hardcover. Facsimile edition. First published ca. 1698. 'Useful for all sorts of people (especially foreigners to secure their money and preserve their lives; besides being very diverting and entertaining being whilly new' -- from the title page. A very good copy; no dust jacket. Rebound; paper over boards a bit grubby with tears to the corners. Former owner's bookplate and stamp present.
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- Eureka Books (US)
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- 305899
- Title
- A New Dictionary of the Terms Ancient and Modern of the Canting Crew, in its Several Tribes, of Gypsies, Beggers, Thieves, Cheats, &c., With an addition of Some Proverbs, Phrases, Figurative Speeches, &c
- Author
- Gent, B. E
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
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- 1
- Date Published
- (n.d.)
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Eureka Books
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Eureka, California
About Eureka Books
Eureka Books, established in 1987, is a classic antiquarian shop with books in all subjects and price ranges. We're open Monday - Saturday in Old Town Eureka, California.
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