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Prisons and Prisoners in Victorian Britain

Neil R Storey author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:The History Press Ltd

Published:9th Jun '10

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Prisons and Prisoners In Victorian Britain provides an illustrated insight into the Victorian prison system and the experiences of those within it - on both sides of the bars. Featuring stories of crime and misdeeds, this fascinating book includes chapters on a typical day inside a Victorian prison - food, divine service, exercise and medical provision; the punishments inflicted on convicts - such as hard labour, flogging, the treadwheel and shot drill; and an overview of the ultimate penalty paid by prisoners - execution. Richly illustrated with a series of photographs, engravings, documents and letters, this volume is sure to appeal to all those interested in crime and social history in Victorian Britain.

ISBN: 9780752452692

Dimensions: 230mm x 160mm x 10mm

Weight: 500g

224 pages