In Prison And Out

By Hesba Stretton

Book Overview

In Prison And Out is a novel written by Hesba Stretton. The story revolves around a young man named Arthur Vincent, who is wrongly accused of a crime and sent to prison. The novel follows his journey through the prison system and his eventual release. Throughout the book, the author explores the themes of justice, redemption, and the power of forgiveness. The story is set in Victorian England and provides a vivid portrayal of the harsh conditions and brutal treatment that prisoners faced during that time. As Arthur struggles to survive in prison, he meets a variety of characters, including fellow inmates, prison guards, and chaplains. These encounters shape his worldview and help him to develop a deeper understanding of himself and his place in the world. In Prison And Out is a powerful and moving story that offers a unique perspective on the criminal justice system and the human spirit. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers of all ages.Who can tell how long the hours of that night were? Darkness without, and within the utter blackness of despair. The craving hunger of disease, and the soul's hunger after the welfare of her children The chilly dew of death, and the icy death-blow dealt to every lingering hope for them When Bess awoke and bestirred herself early in the morning, her mother still lay speechless, and she dared not leave her. Euclid started on his day's work alone. There was no one she could ask for help; so she set about her little tasks of lighting a handful of fire, and making a cup of tea for her mother, which she could not persuade her to touch.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: 141912580X
• ISBN13: 9781419125805
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.6" x 9.2"