The Italian Boy: Murder and Grave-Robbery in 1830s London Wise, Sarah Summary Legislation which marked the end of body-snatching in 1830s Britain was the result of investigations in 'The Italian Boy' case in which 'examples' for dissection were supplied to anatomy schools. Legislation which marked the end of body-snatching in 1830s Britain was the result of investigations in 'The Italian Boy' case in which 'examples' for dissection were supplied to anatomy schools. This title examines this episode in history and the lives of lower-class Londoners of the period. Perfect for fans of England, History, Europe, Great Britain, Cultural History of London, Social Sciences Books. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 368 pages · Paperback By Wise, Sarah Details ISBN: 9781844133307 Author: Wise, Sarah Format: Paperback Pages: 368 Language: English Publication date: 5 May 2005 Condition: Used – Very Good About the authors Wise, Sarah and Sarah Wise · Publisher: Random House More about this book Reviews Legislation which marked the end of body-snatching in 1830s Britain was the result of investigations in 'The Italian Boy' case in which 'examples' for dissection were supplied to anatomy schools.