Jail Journal: Or Five Years In British Prisons (1854)

By John Mitchel and John Mitchel

Book Overview

Jail Journal: Or Five Years In British Prisons is a memoir written by John Mitchel in 1854. The book details Mitchel's experiences as a political prisoner in British jails during the mid-19th century. Mitchel was an Irish revolutionary who was imprisoned for his involvement in the Young Irelander Rebellion of 1848. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Mitchel's imprisonment in Ireland, where he was held in various jails and prisons including Kilmainham Gaol and Spike Island. The second part covers his transfer to a prison in Bermuda, where he was held for three years. Throughout the book, Mitchel provides a detailed account of the harsh conditions and mistreatment that he and his fellow prisoners endured. He also reflects on his political beliefs and the reasons for his imprisonment. Jail Journal is considered an important historical document, providing insight into the treatment of political prisoners in 19th century Britain. It is also a significant work in Irish literature and has been praised for its vivid descriptions and powerful writing.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: 1164681966
• ISBN13: 9781164681960
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"