Execution Culture in Nineteenth Century Britain: From Public Spectacle to Hidden Ritual

Patrick Low (Editor), Helen Rutherford (Editor), Clare Sandford-Couch (Editor)

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Abstract

This edited collection offers multi-disciplinary reflections and analysis on a variety of themes centred on nineteenth century executions in the UK, many specifically related to the fundamental change in capital punishment culture as the execution moved from the public arena to behind the prison wall. By examining a period of dramatic change in punishment practice, this collection of essays provides a fresh historical perspective on nineteenth century execution culture, with a focus on Scotland, Wales and the regions of England.
Original languageEnglish
Place of PublicationLondon
PublisherTaylor & Francis
Number of pages240
Edition1st
ISBN (Electronic)9780429318832
ISBN (Print)9780367332457
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 30 Nov 2020

Publication series

NameRoutledge SOLON Explorations in Crime and Criminal Justice Histories
PublisherRoutledge

Keywords

  • Execution culture
  • nineteenth century history
  • crime
  • criminology
  • micro history

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