The Felonry of New South Wales (eBook)

Unveiling Colonial Convict Realities in New South Wales

James Mudie (Autor)

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2021
217 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633809296-0 (EAN)

Infos

James Mudie's "The Felonry of New South Wales" offers a poignant exploration of the penal colony system in early 19th-century Australia. Through a combination of first-hand accounts and vivid storytelling, Mudie documents the harsh realities of life in a convict settlement, juxtaposed with a critical analysis of the British penal system. His narrative style blends empirical observation with a moral inquiry into the implications of transportation as punishment, situating the work within broader discourses on colonialism and criminal justice. An insightful figure of his time, James Mudie was himself a former convict, sentenced to transportation for forgery. His experiences shaped his perspectives on the dehumanizing effects of incarceration and the moral complexities surrounding penal reform. As a vocal critic of the British government'Äôs methods, Mudie's personal narrative imbues the text with authenticity and urgency, reflecting his deep contemplation on human rights and social justice. "The Felonry of New South Wales" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of penal colonization, criminal justice reform, and Australia'Äôs social evolution. Its eloquent prose and profound insights make it a significant contribution to both literary and historical studies, encouraging readers to reflect on the lasting implications of justice and humanity.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century convicts • 19th century literature • australian authors • Australian history • Australian indigenous impact • Australian Literature • Australian non-fiction • Botany Bay • British colonization effects • Colonial Australia • Colonial Literature • colonial penal system • Convict history • convict life narratives • Description and travel • Early Australian settlements • Exiles • Historical social dynamics • immersion in hardship • imperial Australia exploration • James Mudie biography • New South Wales • N.S.W. • Penal colonies • penal colony experiences • Prison Literature