Storey, Neil R.

Prisons and Prisoners in Victorian Britain

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ISBN 13:: 9780752452692
author:: Storey, Neil R.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: The History Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2010
Pages:: 224
Dimensions:: 22.8 x 15.4 x 1.4 cm
Genre:: History / Europe / Great Britain
Condition:: New
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Prisons and Prisoners in Victorian Britain provides a unique insight into the lives of those within the Victorian prison system. This book explores the daily experiences of prisoners, including their food, religious services, exercise, and medical care, as well as the punishments they faced, such as hard labor and flogging. Richly illustrated with photographs, engravings, documents, and letters, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into crime and social history in Victorian Britain. The book delves into the ultimate penalty paid by prisoners: execution, providing a detailed look at the harsh realities of life behind bars during this period. By examining the inner workings of the prison system, this book sheds light on a significant aspect of British history, making it an interesting read for those interested in social history and crime.

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