A Warder's Experiences in Lancaster Castle: Discipline and Despair: The Realities of Victorian Prison Life - Couverture souple

Smith, Isaac

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1913898865 ISBN 13 : 9781913898861

Editeur : Pixel Tweaks, 2024

Synopsis

A Warder’s Experiences in Lancaster Castle

Step back in time to the shadowy halls of Lancaster Castle, where the grim realities of 19th-century prison life unfold through the eyes of a dedicated warder. “A Warder’s Experiences in Lancaster Castle” offers a riveting and personal account of the daily trials, the characters, and harsh justice within the ancient fortress’s walls.

In an era where debtors outnumbered murderers and public hangings drew crowds, the warder’s tales paint a vivid picture of life behind bars. From the desperate pleas of prisoners to the solemn duty of maintaining order, each page reveals the humanity and horror coexisting in this formidable institution.

Witness the stark contrasts of Lancaster Castle, where the medieval architecture stands as a silent witness to the evolving penal system. Experience the warder’s perspective on the intricacies of prison politics, and the personal toll of overseeing society’s outcasts.

“A Warder’s Experiences in Lancaster Castle” is more than a historical account—it’s a journey into the heart of 19th-century justice, seen through the eyes of one who lived it. Prepare to be captivated, disturbed, and ultimately enlightened by this unforgettable narrative of life inside one of England’s oldest prisons.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Pixel Tweaks
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1913898865
• ISBN 13: 9781913898861
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 120
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