Real Life in London, Or, the Rambles and Adventures of Bob Tallyho, Esq., and His Cousin, the Hon. Tom Dashall. Volume I

by Pierce Egan

Tales of the rough street life of rich young Regency men in London, which are among the first instances of journalism covering common life rather than royal courts and politics. This book is also the source of the expression Tom and Jerry, meaning fighting, drinking, and causing trouble.

530 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1821

About the author

Pierce Egan (1772–1849) was a British journalist, sportswriter, and writer on popular culture.

Not to be confused with his son Pierce Egan the Younger