The English Prison Hulks
by W. Branch-Johnson
This nonfiction book is probably what really cemented my fascination for this macabre aspect in British history. (I realize that more countries than Britain are guilty of this atrocity and some more recently, but it's Britain's part that intrigues me, as it took place mostly in the time period I already loved.)
by W. Branch-JohnsonThis nonfiction book is probably what really cemented my fascination for this macabre aspect in British history. (I realize that more countries than Britain are guilty of this atrocity and some more recently, but it's Britain's part that intrigues me, as it took place mostly in the time period I already loved.)
That being said, I found this book on Amazon, cringed at the used price ($20...but I now see it's up to $55 so...YAY!), then ordered it. It was first published in 1957. I have since picked up more recently researched/written texts on the subject but this one was still an excellent purchase.
W. Branch-Johnson has an excellent way of writing. This nonfiction book is easy to follow, comprehend, and at times very difficult to put down. If you have an interest in this morbid subject, I highly recommend finding this book.
I won't give this a star rating. As it was the first I've read cover-to-cover on the subject, I don't think a star rating would be quite fair. (Probably 'cause I'd give it a definite five stars.)
W. Branch-Johnson has an excellent way of writing. This nonfiction book is easy to follow, comprehend, and at times very difficult to put down. If you have an interest in this morbid subject, I highly recommend finding this book.
I won't give this a star rating. As it was the first I've read cover-to-cover on the subject, I don't think a star rating would be quite fair. (Probably 'cause I'd give it a definite five stars.)
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