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by John Camden Hotten (Author)
""A Dictionary Of Modern Slang, Cant And Vulgar Words Used At The Present Day In The Streets Of London"" is a book written by John Camden Hotten and originally published in 1860. The book serves as a comprehensive guide to the slang and vulgar language commonly used in the streets of London during the mid-19th century. It includes definitions and explanations of various words and phrases that were considered taboo or inappropriate in polite society at the time. The book is organized alphabetically, with each entry providing a brief description of the term's meaning and usage. Some of the words and phrases included in the dictionary may be considered offensive or outdated by contemporary standards, but they offer a fascinating glimpse into the language and culture of Victorian-era London. Overall, ""A Dictionary Of Modern Slang, Cant And Vulgar Words Used At The Present Day In The Streets Of London"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of language and social norms in 19th century England.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.
