Gotti, Maurizio.

The language of thieves and vagabonds : 17th and 18th century canting lexicography in England / [electronic resource] Maurizio Gotti. - 1 online resource (165 pages) - Lexicographica. Series maior ; 94 .

Includes bibliographical references (pages [137]-140) and indexes.


Summary in French and German.

9783110924404 (e-book)


Cant--History--England--17th century.
Cant--History--England--18th century.
Thieves--Language--History.--England
Rogues and vagabonds--Language--History.--England
English language--Lexicography.--Early modern, 1500-1700
English language--Lexicography.--18th century
English language--Slang.--Early modern, 1500-1700
English language--Slang.--18th century


Electronic books.

PE3726 / .G68 1999

427/.09