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A gripping firsthand account of life behind bars in 19th-century Australia. This memoir follows a convict narrator as he describes harsh punishments, brutal conditions, and the daily struggle to maintain humanity under a strict, unforgiving system.
The book combines stark memory with reflective commentary, revealing how power, punishment, and perseverance shape a man’s character. Readers witness moments of dignity and defiance amid confinement, as well as the long arc of regret, resilience, and search for justice.
What you’ll experience
- A vivid, in-the-marsupial-era setting that grounds the author’s memories in a real historical place
- Detailed scenes of solitary confinement, flogging, and the physical toll of heavy labor
- The author’s perspective on authority, mercy, and the quest for fair treatment
- Reflections on sanity, loyalty, and the human cost of punishment
Ideal for readers of true crime, historical memoirs, and narratives that explore justice, punishment, and survival.
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A Burglar's Life (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the captivating and unsettling story of Mark Jeffrey, a man who lived a life of hardship, crime, and ultimately, redemption. Beginning with his childhood in rural England, the author chronicles Markââ â¢s early struggles with poverty, abuse, and his fatherââ â¢s descent into alcoholism. Markââ â¢s story is a vivid illustration of the social conditions of 19th-century England, where poverty often led to crime, and individuals were often forced to navigate a precarious existence. Through a series of compelling incidents, the author delves into Markââ â¢s early criminal career, which began with petty thievery and hawking and later escalated to the daring world of burglary. The book explores the complex social dynamics that fostered criminal behavior, as well as the dark allure of a life of crime and rebellion. Markââ â¢s experiences are both terrifying and intriguing, giving readers a glimpse into the underworld of 19th-century England. Ultimately, Markââ â¢s story serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those living on the fringes of society, and the struggles they endured to find meaning and redemption in a harsh world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332108015_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332108015
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