Noose
Registered by Oldgirl58 of Chermside, Queensland Australia on 1/8/2018
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The first man hanged in Australia lost his life for stealing food. Rough justice was the order of the day, and even minor offences were punished by death. Over almost two centuries, some 1700 men and women were sent to the gallows in Australia.
Noose! draws on court records and newspaper reports to paint a vivid picture of how people came to be found guilty of capital crimes. It uncovers injustices and traces the rising chorus of dissent that eventually saw hanging abolished. Anyone interested in Australia’s social and criminal history will enjoy these gripping, chilling tales.
The first man hanged in Australia lost his life for stealing food. Rough justice was the order of the day, and even minor offences were punished by death. Over almost two centuries, some 1700 men and women were sent to the gallows in Australia.
Noose! draws on court records and newspaper reports to paint a vivid picture of how people came to be found guilty of capital crimes. It uncovers injustices and traces the rising chorus of dissent that eventually saw hanging abolished. Anyone interested in Australia’s social and criminal history will enjoy these gripping, chilling tales.
Interesting read about the history of executions in Australia. Well written
Will take to the next bookcrossing catch up. If not picked up will leave at the OBCZ at the Brisbane Library
picked up at the bookcrossing meetup
Journal Entry 5 by bookworm76 at Coffee Club - Nundah Village Shopping Centre in Nundah, Queensland Australia on Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Released 5 yrs ago (4/25/2018 UTC) at Coffee Club - Nundah Village Shopping Centre in Nundah, Queensland Australia
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Taking this along to the next bookcrossing meetup.