| Author |
Shaw, Donald, late captain |
| Illustrator |
Mackay, Wallis |
| Title |
Eighteen Months' Imprisonment
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| Alternate Title |
18 Months' Imprisonment
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
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| Summary |
"Eighteen Months' Imprisonment" by late captain Donald Shaw is a detailed account of the author's personal experience with the British legal and penal systems, written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers on the author's unexpected arrest and subsequent imprisonment, exploring his thoughts and observations as he navigates the harsh realities of jail life. The opening of the narrative introduces the protagonist on a dreary November afternoon, recounting his arrest by a policeman following a financially motivated charge, which hints at themes of morality and justice. We see him grappling with the absurdities of his situation, reflecting humorously and philosophically on the characters within the legal system, including a dubious money-lender who plays a crucial role in his circumstances. The tone is a mix of satire and earnestness as he details the indignities of being processed into the detention system and ultimately foreshadows the deeper explorations of life behind bars that will follow. This rich introduction sets the stage for a unique perspective on the flaws and ironies within imprisonment, making the narrative both engaging and thought-provoking. (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 |
Prisons -- Great Britain
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44755 |
| Release Date |
Jan 26, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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