Real Life in London, or, the Rambles and Adventures of Bob Tallyho, Esq. and his Cousin, the Hon. Tom. Dashall, through the Metropolis; exhibiting a Living Picture of Fashionable Characters, Manners, and Amusements in High and Low Life. By an Amateur. Embellished and illustrated with a Series of Coloured Prints, designed and engraved by Messrs. Alken, Dighton, Rowlandson, &c
London, Printed for Jones and Co., 1821 and 1822 [first editions, early issues]. One of several early imitations of Pierce Egan's 'Life in London', with a total of 32 engaging hand-coloured plates showing scenes of the entertainments enjoyed by high and low society, including boxing matches, street fights, gambling, racing..... More