Tricks of Self-Defence by W. H. Collingridge

This is a volume dealing simply with self-defence features, which need comparatively little time, very moderate space, and no special outfit. It has been the author's object to make the explanations as celar and concise as possible, and to assist in this every lock is illustrated, so that there shall be little difficulty in following the instructions. In addition to the liberal selection of locks for standing positions, he has given a few trips and locks on the ground as, although you would not take to this position in the street if you could avoid it, it is well to be ready for every contingency.
From the introducion