The Pennsylvania Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy (Vol. VII, No.…
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About this eBook
| Author | Philadelphia Society for Alleviating the Miseries of Public Prisons |
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| Title | The Pennsylvania Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy (Vol. VII, No. III, July 1852) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Pennsylvania Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy" is a scientific publication from the early 19th century, focusing on prison reform and the conditions of incarceration. This journal showcases various reports and articles related to the treatment and management of prisoners, reflecting the evolving ideas around rehabilitation, architecture in prison buildings, as well as observations on juvenile delinquency and mental health within the correctional system. The opening of the journal features an obituary for John Haviland, an influential architect who contributed significantly to prison architecture in Pennsylvania. It discusses his life, background, and the pivotal role he played in reforming the design of penitentiaries to improve prisoner treatment through the principle of convict separation. The content highlights Haviland's accomplishments, including his design for the Eastern State Penitentiary, which aimed for more humane treatment of inmates by enforcing solitary confinement and careful architectural planning. The opening sets the tone for a journal committed to detailing advancements and discourse in the field of prison reform. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | Charities -- Periodicals |
| Subject | Prisons -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59026 |
| Release Date | Mar 7, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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