The Story Of A Strange Career, Being The Autobiography Of A Convict

The Story Of A Strange Career, Being The Autobiography Of A Convict An Authentic Document (1902)

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""The Story Of A Strange Career"" is an autobiography written by a convict named Stanley Waterloo and was first published in 1902. The book is an authentic document that provides an insight into the life of a criminal and his experiences in prison. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which describes the different stages of the author's life. It begins with his childhood and the events that led him to become a criminal. The author then goes on to describe his first arrest and his first time in prison. The book also provides a detailed account of the author's experiences in different prisons and the various forms of punishment he endured. He describes the harsh conditions in the prisons and the brutal treatment he received from the prison guards. The author also writes about his attempts to escape from prison and the consequences of his failed attempts. He also talks about the friendships he made with other prisoners and the lessons he learned from them. Overall, ""The Story Of A Strange Career"" is a fascinating and eye-opening account of the life of a convict. It provides a rare glimpse into the world of prisons and the experiences of those who live in them. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the criminal justice system and the lives of those who have been incarcerated.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781437323849
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 388
Weight: 567g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 20mm