Fiendish Crimes and Punishing Times |
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| Author:
| Townsend, John |
| Series title: | A Painful History of Childhood Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4109-1872-7 |
| Publication Date: | May 2006 |
| Publisher: | Capstone
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| Imprint: | Raintree |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $33.99 |
Book Description:
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Why were criminals sent halfway around the world? Which young people were called "gutter snipes"? What was the "Willie Bosket Law?" Using dramatic photos and illustrations, this book explores unusual and interesting tales of crime and punishment for young people throughout history and in different cultures. Amazing facts and true stories merge with history to vividly set the scenes for readers.
Why were criminals sent halfway around the world? Which young people were called "gutter snipes"? What was the "Willie Bosket Law?" Using dramatic photos and illustrations, this book explores unusual and interesting tales of crime and punishment for young people throughout history and in different cultures. Amazing facts and true stories merge with history to vividly set the scenes for readers.