The life and execution of John Pegsworth
Subtitle: With a correct sketch of a letter sent to his wife on Monday; and also a copy of verses written by himself
Publisher: Printed and published by J.V. Quick, Bowling Green Lane, Clerkenwell
Published: 1837
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Subjects: Executions and executioners; Insanity (Law); Trials (Murder); Warnings; Poetry
Notes: Date of imprint from event.

Pegsworth was considered by some to have committed the murder during a bout of insanity. First section of text includes commentary on his mental condition.

Verses begin : You parents all now listen unto me.

Wood engraving (12.1 x 22.8 cm.) : Courtroom scene.

Wood engraving (7.8 x 9.9 cm.) : Shackled prisoner at desk in prison cell.

Wood engraving (6 x 7.3) set within ruled border (7.2 x 8.2 cm.) : Hanging scene before prison walls, with spectators.

Within a ruled border.

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Table of contents: title: [Commentary]; title: Recorders report.; title: Letter.; title: Execution. A copy of verses.