A Vocabulary of Criminal Slang: With Some Examples of Common Usages (1914) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169085572)

A Vocabulary Of Criminal Slang: With Some Examples Of Common Usages (1914) is a book written by Louis E. Jackson that provides a comprehensive guide to the slang and jargon used by criminals in the early 20th century. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of criminal slang, including terms used to describe criminals themselves, their activities, and the various tools and weapons they use. Each chapter includes numerous examples of common usages of the slang, as well as explanations of the origins and meanings of the words and phrases. The book is intended as a resource for law enforcement officials and others who may need to understand the language used by criminals in order to better combat crime. Overall, A Vocabulary Of Criminal Slang offers a fascinating glimpse into the underworld of early 20th century America and the language that was used by those who lived outside the law.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.

Author: Louis E. Jackson
ISBN-10: 1169085571
ISBN-13: 9781169085572
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 102
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 5.98h x 9.01w x 0.37d