Newgate : London's prototype of hell
Halliday, Stephen2006
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Built during the 12th century, Newgate prison became a legendary place. It was a place of cruelty & wretchedness, at various times holding Dick Turpin, Titus Oates, Daniel Defoe, Jack Sheppard & Casanova. This text tells the story of Newgate's origins, the criminals it held, the punishments meted out & its rebuilding & reform.
Main title:
Newgate : London's prototype of hell / Stephen Halliday.
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Imprint:
Stroud : Sutton, 2006.
Collation:
256 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
ISBN:
9780750938952 (hbk)
Local class:
365.94212
Language:
English
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BRN:
193513