The Dens of London. Sinks of London Laid Open: A Pocket Companion for the Uninitiated to which is added a Modern Flash Dictionary containing all the cant words slang terms and flash phrases now in vogue with a list of the sixty orders of Prime Coves .etc. embellished with humorous illustrations by George Cruikshank published by J Duncombe London 1848. A 1st edition. In stiff boards slightly rubbed. 132 pages. Size 19 by 12 c. contains one hand-coloured folding plate and many small black & white illustrations. Some of the word in the Flash Dictionary" at the rear have been ticked off in pencil and there is a minor weakness to the front hinge. Otherwise VG condition.