Explore the shadowy criminal underworld of 19th-century India with “A Popular Account of the Thugs and Dacoits: The Hereditary Garotters and Gang-robbers of India.” This compelling hardcover delves into the intricate origins, sophisticated methods, and secret rituals of the infamous Thug criminal societies. Discover their organizational structures, secret signals, and brutal acts of robbery and murder. Author James Hutton offers a unique perspective, suggesting potential complicity of British authorities and shedding light on the perception of these offenses during the colonial era. Uncover the social dynamics and governance of the time through this insightful historical account, perfect for readers interested in crime, history, and colonial India. Published by Gyan Publishing House.