Publisher's Synopsis
""The Interesting Adventures Of A Hackney Coach: As Related By The Coachman"" is a book written by Henry Beauchamp and published in 1813. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes told by a coachman who works in London during the early 19th century. The coachman shares his experiences with various passengers, including wealthy aristocrats, commoners, and even criminals. He recounts his encounters with highwaymen, pickpockets, and other dangerous characters, as well as his experiences with the more lighthearted and humorous passengers. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of a coachman in London during a time when horse-drawn carriages were the primary mode of transportation. It is an entertaining and informative read for anyone interested in the history of transportation or life in 19th century London.Containing A Great Variety Of Curious Occurrences, Taken Chiefly From The Present Times.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.