About this book
Peines, Tortures et Supplices by Anonymous offers a fascinating historical examination of criminal justice systems and corporal punishment across centuries. Originally published in 1868, this groundbreaking work documents the institutions and practices that defined penology in the nineteenth century, from the notorious Mazas Prison in Paris to the labor camps of the French penal system and the infamous Newgate Prison in London.
The audiobook is structured into four compelling sections: an in-depth look at contemporary prisons and their operations, an exploration of the galley ships and labor colonies where convicts served their sentences, a disturbing yet illuminating history of torture methods employed from ancient times through the modern era, and a comprehensive study of capital punishment and execution techniques both historical and contemporary.
This work of social science history stands apart from theoretical treatises by focusing on meticulously gathered facts and extraordinary details designed to capture the reader's attention. Rather than relying on philosophical arguments, the author presents factual accounts of how prisoners lived, worked, and suffered under various systems of incarceration and punishment.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, students of criminology, and anyone curious about how societies have administered justice and punishment, this audiobook provides an unflinching window into the darker aspects of European penal systems and their evolution.
