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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book details the experiences of matrons who oversaw female inmates at a British prison during Victorian times. The author, herself an experienced prison matron, draws on the stories of the women who ran afoul of the law, their cunning attempts to gain advantage, and the psychological toll prison life took on both the guards and the incarcerated. The author presents a balanced view of prison life, acknowledging the often harsh and unforgiving nature of the system, but also shedding light on the humanity and resilience of both the prisoners and the officers tasked with their rehabilitation. Through captivating anecdotes and thoughtful analysis, this book offers a unique glimpse into the often-hidden world of female incarceration, revealing the ways in which crime, punishment, and redemption intersected in the lives of Victorian women. 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 9781334518867_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334518867
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334518867
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)