""Sketches of Life and Character: Taken at the Police Court"" is a book written by George Hodder that offers a unique insight into the lives and personalities of people who have appeared in court. The author, who was a clerk at a police court in London, has compiled a collection of sketches that depict the various characters that he encountered during his time there. These sketches offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives of people from all walks of life, including criminals, prostitutes, and vagrants. The book also provides a detailed account of the court proceedings, as well as the social and economic conditions that led many of these individuals to end up in court. Overall, ""Sketches of Life and Character"" is a compelling and insightful read that offers a vivid portrayal of life in the criminal justice system in 19th century London.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.