The Griffiths, Arthur 1838-1908 creator text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Chronicles of Newgate, vol. 2/2" by Arthur Griffiths is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the intricacies of crime, punishment, and prison reform during a time when Newgate Prison was notorious for its overcrowded conditions and brutal penal code. It explores the lives of criminals who passed through Newgate, including forgers, highwaymen, and notorious historical figures, shedding light on the widespread criminality and harsh legal repercussions of the period. At the start of this volume, the narrative focuses on the state of crime upon the opening of Newgate's new structure, which was filled to capacity with a diverse array of offenders. Griffiths discusses the rampant criminal activities of the era, noting that executions were common, particularly for crimes such as forgery, which was punishable by death. The text draws on specific historical cases, recounting the lives and trials of various criminals, including petty offenders and well-known figures, while also detailing the inefficiency of law enforcement and the conditions in which these individuals were detained. Through these accounts, the opening portion sets the stage for a broader discussion of the emergence of prison reform in response to the dire situation in Newgate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-09-01 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Criminals -- Great Britain Punishment -- Great Britain Newgate (Prison : London, England) Prisons -- England HV Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46746 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46746 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134055.0 46746