The Room with the Little Door by Roland Burnham Molineux

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Author Molineux, Roland Burnham
Title The Room with the Little Door
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Summary "The Room with the Little Door" by Roland Burnham Molineux is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of death, confinement, and reflection through the eyes of condemned inmates in the Death-Chamber at Sing Sing prison. The narrative delves into the psychological struggles and daily lives of death row prisoners, centering on the observations and experiences of the protagonist, who navigates this harsh environment. At the start of the novel, the author introduces readers to the grim realities of life in the Death-Chamber, where the corridors are filled with condemned men facing a bleak existence cut off from the outside world. The protagonist describes the oppressive atmosphere, the dull monotony of prison life, and the thoughts of impending death that haunt the inhabitants. The opening chapters set the scene by detailing the physical layout of their confinement while hinting at the emotional and psychological effects of their situation, including glimpses of camaraderie among inmates and poignant reflections on life and death. As such, the narrative combines elements of personal contemplation with broader social commentary, inviting the reader to engage with the harsh truths of capital punishment and human resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Prisons -- New York (State)
Subject Molineux, Roland Burnham
Subject Prisoners -- New York (State) -- Biography
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EBook-No. 53256
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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