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    Prisons: history and current policy

    Menis, Susanna (2024) Prisons: history and current policy. British Society of Criminology Blog ,

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    Abstract

    This review delves into the historical evolution of English prisons in the 18th and 19th centuries, examining the unexpected shifts that transformed prisons into primary penalties. The review reveals how policymakers grappled with challenges, introducing the concept of 'hard labour' and the aim of 'prisoner reform.' It uncovers the fascinating origins of modern prison penalties and the imperative role of historical analysis in shaping effective and informed policy decisions.

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    Item Type: Article
    School: Birkbeck Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Business and Law > Birkbeck Law School
    Depositing User: Susy Menis
    Date Deposited: 25 Mar 2024 14:26
    Last Modified: 25 Mar 2024 21:25
    URI: https://eprints.bbk.ac.uk/id/eprint/52876

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