Millbank Penitentiary: An Experiment in Reformation

Name: Millbank Penitentiary: An Experiment in Reformation
Author: Arthur Griffiths

By Arthur Griffiths

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A detailed historical study of a prominent urban penitentiary examines its conception, construction, and administration, tracing debates between transportation and home confinement and the influence of reformers who advocated convict labor, distinctive architectural plans, and surveillance-based discipline. It describes planning and building processes, committee oversight by leading public figures, experiments in on-site prisoner labor, competing proposals such as a circular inspection-house, and operational crises including epidemic outbreaks and changes in management. The account assesses the institution's reformatory aims, implemented practices, and the practical difficulties encountered while translating penal theory into daily governance.

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Arthur Griffiths

Arthur Griffiths was a British author and journalist known for his extensive writings on the subject of prisons and crime. His notable works include "Chronicles of Newgate," which provides a historical account of London's infamous prison, and "Millbank Penitentiary: An Experiment in Reformation," where he explores the reformative aspects of incarceration. Griffiths' writings often reflect his deep interest in the penal system, offering insights into various international prison systems, as seen in his series on French, German, and Italian prisons. His contributions to literature provide a unique perspective on crime and punishment during the Victorian era.