Final Sentence
Introducing a provocative blog that passes the verdict on the relationship between prison and literature in Nineteenth Century Britain, written for people who are interested in scrutinising classical literature and reading perceptions of historical justice from a different perspective. An explorative look into the discourses of deviance and criminality, concepts of discipline and punishment, and how these ideas are articulated within literature produced during the Victorian Era.
Explore
Read texts, both classical and contemporary, that will introduce you to a new genre of forgotten literature and historical themes of prison.
Interpret
Develop new ideas about historical justice that challenge your perception of the relationship between prison and literature.
Discover
Learn about the ways in which history influenced, and still influences, society especially in regards to prison and literature.
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Final Sentence: Passing the Verdict on Prison Voices
Becoming an academic blogger has been an unexpectedly insightful and enjoyable adventure in my educational journey, allowing me to discover contemporary avenues of scholarly inquiry with the aid of digital resources and social media. While my ability to produce blog posts on a regular basis occasionally became a challenge, it was soon very easy for… Read more
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Gender in Gaol: The Sexual vs Spiritual Dichotomy of Femininity in Prison
In a time when women were so often dismissed, undervalued, and underrepresented, [crime] was the only avenue in which her voice could, or would, be heard. (Williams, 2018). During an era enlightened by social change, the Nineteenth Century saw a monumental development in the structure of criminal justice, evolving prison from a violent, authoritarian system… Read more
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The Secret River: Mapping Victorian Colonisation
In her modern classic, The Secret River (Grenville, 2005), Kate Grenville explores the biographical story of an English convict who, after being sentenced to be executed for theft, was instead transported to Australia. The narrative follows a story that describes how he adapted to life as a criminal transportee within the context of poverty and… Read more
Watch this Youtube video to explore how the Victorians radically changed the way prison works in Britain, and how the work of reformers was very important in shaping the new Victorian prison system.
Watch this YouTube video to discover why Pentonville Prison is considered to be the model Victorian prison, and how reformers designed them as successful agents of rehabilitation and deterrence.
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Really enjoyed reading this blog; very interesting and informative. Loved that relevant YouTube videos were included to help my understanding and expand my knowledge.
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