Lexicon Balatronicum: A Dictionary of Buckish Slang, University Wit, and Pickpocket Eloquence

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This excerpt reveals a work that has been published multiple times, now in its eighth edition, shedding light on various societal abuses and conspiracies that threaten the peace of the kingdom. It employs a unique narrative style, utilizing "lanthorne and candle light" to uncover the hidden activities of rogues and cunning individuals who operate under deceptive pretenses. The text includes a canting dictionary aimed at teaching readers the language of these deceitful characters, accompanied by canting songs. This book serves multiple purposes: it entertains gentlemen, warns citizens, and informs countrymen, making it a valuable resource for those in positions of justice. The publisher, Forgotten Books, specializes in reproducing significant historical works, using advanced technology to preserve the original format while correcting imperfections in the aged copies. Although some flaws from the original may still appear, most are repaired to maintain the integrity of the historical text. This work stands as a pilot for readers seeking to make surprising discoveries about the underbelly of society.