50 Years Hard: The Story Of Pentridge Gaol From 1850 to 1900
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Denton Prout; Fred Feely
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby Limited, Australia, 1967
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Some moisture damage
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded cloth with some marks. Some moisture damage on DJ. Light moisture damage on endpapers. Clean text.
This compelling historical account, "50 Years Hard: The Story Of Pentridge Gaol From 1850 to 1900," chronicles the harsh realities of life within one of Australia's most notorious penal institutions. The narrative uncovers the daily routines, significant events, and the evolution of the prison system during a pivotal half-century. It presents a detailed examination of the challenges faced by both inmates and staff, illustrating the social and political climate that shaped the gaol's operations. The work maintains an authoritative and unflinching tone, providing a comprehensive look into a significant period of penal history.
Author: Denton Prout; Fred Feely
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rigby Limited, Australia, 1967
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Some moisture damage
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded cloth with some marks. Some moisture damage on DJ. Light moisture damage on endpapers. Clean text.
This compelling historical account, "50 Years Hard: The Story Of Pentridge Gaol From 1850 to 1900," chronicles the harsh realities of life within one of Australia's most notorious penal institutions. The narrative uncovers the daily routines, significant events, and the evolution of the prison system during a pivotal half-century. It presents a detailed examination of the challenges faced by both inmates and staff, illustrating the social and political climate that shaped the gaol's operations. The work maintains an authoritative and unflinching tone, providing a comprehensive look into a significant period of penal history.