Curious Punishments of Bygone Days (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023290425)

Journey back to colonial America and explore the grim realities of 18th-century justice in Alice Morse Earle's "Curious Punishments of Bygone Days." This meticulously researched work delves into the history of crime and punishment, revealing the often bizarre and brutal methods employed in early America.

Earle's detailed account offers a fascinating glimpse into the social history of the time, examining the legal and societal frameworks that shaped these unique forms of retribution. From the stocks and pillory to the ducking stool and branding iron, discover the inventive and often cruel ways in which transgressions were addressed.

A valuable resource for those interested in American history, criminal law, and social history, "Curious Punishments of Bygone Days" provides a compelling and often unsettling look at a bygone era. This book sheds light on the evolution of justice and the enduring human fascination with crime and its consequences.

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Author: Alice Morse Earle
ISBN-10: 1023290421
ISBN-13: 9781023290425
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 78
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.16d