Benevolence In Punishment: Or Transportation Made Reformatory (1845)

By Seeley Burnside and Seeley

Book Overview

Benevolence In Punishment: Or Transportation Made Reformatory is a book written by Seeley Burnside and Seeley, first published in 1845. The book presents a case for the reformation of transportation as a means of punishment for criminals. The authors argue that transportation, which involved sending convicted criminals to colonies overseas, was a more humane and effective form of punishment than imprisonment or execution. They believe that transportation could be made reformatory by providing convicts with opportunities for education and employment, as well as moral and religious instruction.The authors draw on their experiences in Australia, where they had witnessed the transportation system in action. They describe the conditions on board the convict ships, the treatment of convicts upon arrival in the colonies, and the various schemes that were put in place to reform the convicts. They argue that transportation, when properly administered, could be a means of transforming criminals into productive members of society.The book also includes a discussion of the history of transportation, from its origins in the 17th century to its decline in the 19th century. The authors examine the various debates and controversies surrounding transportation, including its use as a form of punishment for political prisoners and the question of whether it was more cost-effective than imprisonment.Overall, Benevolence In Punishment: Or Transportation Made Reformatory is a thoughtful and well-researched exploration of the transportation system and its potential as a means of punishment and reformation. It provides a fascinating insight into the attitudes and beliefs of the 19th century towards crime and punishment, and offers valuable lessons for contemporary debates on criminal justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165337983
• ISBN13: 9781165337989
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"