Publisher's Synopsis
Tales of the Convict System is a book written by Warung and Price in 1892. The book is a collection of stories that shed light on the harsh realities of the Australian convict system during the 19th century. The stories are based on the authors' personal experiences and observations of the convict system. The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the convict system. The first part, titled ""The Convict System"", provides an overview of the system and its history. The second part, ""The Convict's Life"", focuses on the daily life of convicts, including their work, food, and living conditions. The third part, ""The Convict's Escape"", tells the stories of convicts who attempted to escape from the system. The final part, ""The Convict's Release"", explores the challenges faced by convicts upon their release from prison.Throughout the book, the authors highlight the inhumanity and brutality of the convict system. They describe the harsh punishments inflicted on convicts, including floggings and solitary confinement. They also reveal the corruption and inefficiency of the system, which often resulted in innocent people being convicted and sent to prison.Tales of the Convict System is a powerful and moving account of a dark chapter in Australian history. It provides a valuable insight into the lives of convicts and the impact of the convict system on Australian society. The book remains an important historical document and a testament to the resilience of those who endured the harsh realities of the system.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
