Prisons and Prisoners in Victorian Britain
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Offers insights into the Victorian prison system and the experiences of those within it. Featuring stories of crime and misdeeds, this book covers: the food, divine service, and medical provision; the punishments inflicted on convicts such as hard labour, flogging, the treadwheel and shot drill; and, an overview of the penalty paid by prisoners.
An illustrated history of Victorian prisons, exploring daily life, punishments, and executions, with stories of crime and the people behind the bars.
