Written by a head of the Chubb lock and safe firm, this practical Victorian survey covers locks and keys, the methods of professional burglars, safes built against thieves and against fire, the dangers of second-hand safes, strong-rooms, and the fireproofing of buildings, down to the way stone staircases collapse in a burning house.
A fascinating period document for anyone interested in Victorian crime, security engineering or the history of locks. Download the free EPUB.