A History Of Police In England : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163531228 : 1163531227 : 10 Sep 2010 : A History of Police in England by W. L. Melville Lee is a comprehensive account of the evolution of policing in England from its earliest origins to the present day. The book traces the development of policing from the early Anglo-Saxon period, through the Middle Ages and the Tudor and Stuart periods, to the establishment of the modern police force in the 19th century.The author examines the various forms of policing that existed throughout English history, including the role of the constable, the watch, and the Bow Street Runners. He also looks at the social and political context of policing, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution, the rise of urbanization, and the changing attitudes towards crime and punishment.In addition to providing a detailed historical account of the development of policing in England, the book also explores the key issues and controversies surrounding p