The Unknown Mayhew – Eileen Yeo/E P Thompson – 1971 h/c d/j

“The Unknown Mayhew” by Eileen Yeo and E. P. Thompson is a vintage hardcover book published in 1971 by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group. It is part of the historical book series and delves into social classes, economic disparity, poverty, and homelessness in the 1800s. The book features illustrations and a dust jacket, making it an essential read for those interested in sociology and urban studies. With a presumed first edition and 489 pages, this biography offers a detailed look at the life and work of Henry Mayhew, providing valuable insights into the social sciences of that era.