Chronicles of Newgate, Vol. 2 / From the eighteenth century to its demolition

Name: Chronicles of Newgate, Vol. 2 / From the eighteenth century to its demolition
Author: Arthur Griffiths

By Arthur Griffiths

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This work examines the conditions and administration of a notorious London gaol from medieval neglect through later reforms, detailing cell squalor, heavy irons, scarce food and water, corrupt keepers, and legal ambiguities; it surveys the penal code and its frequent executions, recounts notable criminal practices such as forgery, coin clipping, counterfeiting, and highway robbery, and combines case histories, institutional critique, contemporary legal opinions, and public responses to trace how scandal and reform intertwined in the history of crime and punishment.

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Arthur Griffiths

Arthur Griffiths was a British author and journalist known for his extensive writings on the subject of prisons and crime. His notable works include "Chronicles of Newgate," which provides a historical account of London's infamous prison, and "Millbank Penitentiary: An Experiment in Reformation," where he explores the reformative aspects of incarceration. Griffiths' writings often reflect his deep interest in the penal system, offering insights into various international prison systems, as seen in his series on French, German, and Italian prisons. His contributions to literature provide a unique perspective on crime and punishment during the Victorian era.