{"product_id":"9780752476360","title":"Prisons and Prisoners in Victorian Britain","description":"Prisons and Prisoners in Victorian Britain' provides an illustrated insight into the Victorian prison system and the experiences of those within it - on both sides of the bars. Featuring stories of crime and misdeeds, this fascinating book includes chapters on a typical day inside a Victorian prison - food, divine service, exercise and medical provision; the punishments inflicted on convicts - such as hard labour, flogging, the treadwheel and shot drill; and, an overview of the ultimate penalty paid by prisoners - execution. Richly illustrated with a series of photographs, engravings, documents and letters, this volume is sure to appeal to all those interested in crime and social history in Victorian Britain.","brand":"The History Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47121852727536,"sku":"9780752476360","price":10.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780752476360","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}