Criminal Statistics and Movement of the Bond Population of Norfolk Island (eBook)

Insights into 19th-century penal colony demographics

Captain Maconochie (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
56 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633808567-2 (EAN)

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Captain Maconochie's 'Criminal Statistics and Movement of the Bond Population of Norfolk Island' is a meticulous examination of the criminal demographic data and population movement within Norfolk Island during the 19th century. Written in a straightforward and objective manner, Maconochie's work provides a comprehensive overview of the social and legal landscape of the time, offering valuable insights into the functioning of penal colonies and the dynamics of offender populations. The book stands out for its detailed analysis of statistical trends and its use of empirical evidence to support its arguments, making it a valuable resource for researchers and historians studying criminology and colonial history. Captain Maconochie, a former military officer with firsthand experience in penal administration, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his study of Norfolk Island's bond population. His unique perspective and dedication to reforming criminal justice systems are evident in his exploration of the challenges and opportunities presented by the colony's unique demographic composition. I highly recommend 'Criminal Statistics and Movement of the Bond Population of Norfolk Island' to readers interested in the intersection of criminology, colonial history, and social policy. Maconochie's insightful analysis sheds light on the complexities of managing offender populations in a penal colony, offering valuable lessons for contemporary discussions on criminal justice and rehabilitation.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: Captain Maconochie • Classic • criminal behavior • criminal justice • criminal statistics • Historical • Norfolk Island • Penal system • Penology • Prison Reform • Rehabilitation • Rehabilitation programs • Sociology of Crime