In an Unknown Prison Land

An Account of Convicts and Colonists in New Caledonia With Jottings out and Home (Cram Edition)

von George Chetwynd Griffith, Harold Piffard

280 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

This XpressRead Cram Edition of In an Unknown Prison Land pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

Venture into the heart of a 19th-century penal colony with George Griffith's "In an Unknown Prison Land: An account of convicts and colonists in New Caledonia with jottings out and home." This compelling work of travel writing offers a rare glimpse into the social conditions of New Caledonia, a remote island transformed into a notorious destination for convicts.

Griffith meticulously documents his observations, presenting a vivid portrait of life within the French penal system and the challenges faced by both the imprisoned and the free colonists. Explore the complex dynamics of a society grappling with isolation, justice, and the struggle for survival.

More than just a historical account, "In an Unknown Prison Land" provides insight into the human spirit under extreme circumstances, making it a fascinating read for anyone interested in Oceania history, penology, and the enduring power of human observation. This republication makes this important historical text available once more.

• Reihe: XpressPress
• ISBN: 9781026222652
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.07.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press