Publisher's Synopsis
State Prison Life: By One Who Has Been There, In Two Parts (1871) is a book written by an anonymous author who identifies themselves as ""A Convict."" The book is a firsthand account of life in a state prison in the United States during the mid-19th century. Part one of the book details the author's experiences leading up to their incarceration, including their childhood, education, and eventual descent into a life of crime. The author also describes their arrest, trial, and sentencing, as well as their initial experiences in prison, including the harsh conditions and strict rules they were subjected to.Part two of the book delves deeper into the daily life of a state prisoner, including the various jobs and tasks they were assigned, the food they were given, and the punishments they faced for breaking the rules. The author also discusses the social hierarchy that existed within the prison, as well as the relationships they formed with other inmates and prison staff.Throughout the book, the author provides a candid and often critical perspective on the state prison system, including its flaws and shortcomings. They also offer suggestions for how the system could be improved to better serve both prisoners and society as a whole.Overall, State Prison Life: By One Who Has Been There, In Two Parts (1871) provides a valuable firsthand account of life in a state prison during the mid-19th century, and offers insights into the challenges faced by both prisoners and the prison system itself.Showing The Horrors Of The Old System And The Advantages Of The New.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.