| Author |
Andrews, William, 1848-1908 |
| LoC No. |
05003965
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| Title |
Bygone Punishments
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Eric Hutton, Stephen Blundell, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Bygone Punishments" by William Andrews is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the various methods of punishment that were once common in England, examining the cultural and social implications of these practices. Andrews aims to illuminate the history of obsolete punishments, offering readers a glimpse into the brutal realities of justice in earlier centuries. The opening of "Bygone Punishments" introduces the reader to the grim subject of capital punishment in England, with a focus on hanging as the predominant method of execution. Andrews outlines its prevalence during various historical periods, noting instances of harsh punishments and the lack of regard for human life prevalent during the Middle Ages and under rulers such as King Edward I and Henry VIII. He shares intriguing anecdotes and legal precedents that exemplify the severity of punishments for even minor offenses, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of how societal attitudes toward crime and punishment have evolved over time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
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| Subject |
Punishment
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
29117 |
| Release Date |
Jun 14, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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