German and Austrian Prisons Prisons of Prussia, Bavaria, Saxony and Austria-Hungary; the Fortresses of Magdeburg and Spielberg
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- Griffiths, Arthur
1838 - 1908
About this book
In an era marked by rapid industrialization and evolving societal norms, "German and Austrian Prisons" by Arthur Griffiths provides a meticulous examination of the penal systems in Prussia, Bavaria, Saxony, and Austria-Hungary. This insightful document sheds light on the stark realities of incarceration, revealing the architectural designs of notorious fortresses like Magdeburg and Spielberg, and the psychological impacts of confinement on inmates. Griffiths, a former Inspector of Prisons, draws on firsthand observations to critique the treatment of prisoners and the overarching legal frameworks governing their fates. Ideal for historians and civic activists, this work invites readers to reflect on the complexities of justice and reform in a pivotal period of European history.
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