02508cam a22003493u 4500 52175 UtSlPG 20260610134213.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 HV Griffiths, Arthur, 1838-1908 Italian Prisons : St. Angelo; the Piombi; the Vicaria; Prisons of the Roman Inquisition Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier The History and Romance of Crime Release date is 2016-05-28 Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Italian Prisons" by Arthur Griffiths is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The work meticulously explores the history, conditions, and notable figures associated with Italian prisons, particularly focusing on infamous establishments like the Castle of St. Angelo, the Piombi, and the Vicaria, which housed prisoners of the Roman Inquisition. Griffiths draws on his experience as a former prison inspector to detail the grim realities of incarceration during a time when the penal system was marked by extreme cruelty and corruption. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the historical significance of the Castle of St. Angelo, originally a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian, which transformed over centuries into a notorious prison. Griffiths paints a vivid picture of its dark past, describing the infamous conditions endured by prisoners, including notable historical figures like Benvenuto Cellini and Beatrice Cenci. He notes the castle's dual role as a prison and a formidable fortress, integral to the defense of Rome throughout various turbulent periods, illustrating both its architectural grandiosity and the grim fate of many who passed through its doors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Inquisition Prisons -- Italy -- History Punishment -- Italy The History and Romance of Crime https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52175 93009 93009