Execution Culture in Nineteenth Century Britain

Discover the profound transformations in capital punishment with Execution Culture in Nineteenth Century Britain by Patrick Low. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2022, this engaging edited collection spans 218 pages, offering a multi-disciplinary exploration of execution practices in the UK during the 1800s.

Delve into a range of themes that illuminate the significant shift from public executions to the more concealed practices behind prison walls. This book provides insightful reflections and analyses that will appeal to scholars, students, and anyone interested in the sociology of punishment and historical justice systems.

Join Patrick Low and a diverse group of contributors as they unpack the complexities of execution culture in a pivotal era of British history. Enhance your understanding of this critical societal change through a compelling narrative that bridges history and sociology.