William Augustus Miles (1796-1851): Crime, Policing and Moral Entrepreneurship in England and Australia by David Philips

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Inscribed by author.

Using a wide range of sources, David Philips has put together the life of William Augustus Miles (1798-1851) - from birth as a possibly Royal bastard, through early career and family disaster to his significant and controversial role in establishing modern policing in England and Australia. (back cover)