Convict Life at the Minnesota State Prison, Stillwater, Minnesota by Heilbron
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"Convict Life at the Minnesota State Prison, Stillwater, Minnesota" by W. C. Heilbron is a historical account published in the early 20th century. The book explores the daily experiences of inmates within the Minnesota State Prison, focusing on various aspects of prison life including the reception process, work assignments, discipline, and the management of the institution. It aims to provide an accurate representation of inmate life and reflect the changing attitudes towards
rehabilitation and reform in penal institutions. The opening of the book provides a comprehensive overview of what new prisoners can expect upon their arrival at the Minnesota State Prison. It details the process of being received, including the examination of commitment papers, the initial search, and the issuance of a prison uniform. Heilbron describes the classification of prisoners into different grades, each with varying privileges and living conditions, emphasizing the importance of behavior in determining an inmate's treatment. The text also touches upon the modern philosophies of penitentiary management that prioritize rehabilitation and moral influence over harsh punishment, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of convict life and societal perceptions throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Heilbron, William Casper, 1864- |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Younger, Cole, 1844-1916 |
| LoC No. | 10012107 |
| Title | Convict Life at the Minnesota State Prison, Stillwater, Minnesota |
| Note | Includes: Real facts about the Northfield, Minnesota, bank robbery / related by Thomas Coleman Younger. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | Bank robberies -- Minnesota -- Northfield -- History -- 19th century |
| Subject | Minnesota State Prison (Stillwater, Minn.) -- History |
| Subject | Prisons -- Minnesota -- Stillwater -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48208 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48208-8 |
| Release Date | Feb 8, 2015 |
| Last Update | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 754 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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