Excerpt from A Plan for Preventing Robberies Within Twenty Miles of London
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the gritty underbelly of 18th-century London, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of crime and law enforcement. The author, a prominent figure in the justice system, lays out a detailed plan for combating the rampant highway robberies plaguing the city's outskirts. But this is more than just a practical treatise. It's a nuanced exploration of the complex social dynamics at play. The author sheds light on the lives of "thief-takers," a group of men often viewed with suspicion and disdain. He distinguishes between the "real" thief-takers, who played a crucial role in upholding the law, and those who exploited the system for personal gain. The book also delves into the ethical dilemmas surrounding crime and punishment, questioning the effectiveness of traditional methods and proposing innovative solutions. The author's insights into human nature and the motivations behind criminal behavior remain strikingly relevant even today. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling portrait of a society grappling with the challenges of crime and justice, and the enduring struggle to create a safer world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282001230_0
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Anbieter: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
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