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The first history of the criminal classes which stretches from the 18th century to today.

Penal Servitude is the first comprehensive study of the convict prison system that housed all those who were sentenced to penal servitude between 1853 and 1948, detailing the administration and evolution of the system, its creation, the building of the prison estate, and the experiences of prisoners and staff within it.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures is an unmatched reference work distinguished by its erudition and beauty - an illustrated who's who of prehistoric life and a source book of more than 500 million years of evolution on Earth

John Godfrey took voluntary redundancy from a management post in the railway industry and wrote about it The Man on Crewe Station (Rockingham Press, 2011). The title poem of his second collection heads a section featuring contraptions, both old and new, as a form of tribute to their creators. There is a hint that poems themselves might also be considered beautiful contraptions.

The criminal lives of 100 Victorian convicts based on the official records of the police and prison authorities.

Focusing on the historical evolution of crime and criminal justice, this introductory text examines pivotal topics such as the establishment of police forces, court systems, and punishment methods. It delves into the victim's role, shifts in societal views on criminals, and long-term trends in violent crime. Additionally, the book analyzes the emergence of a surveillance society, providing students with a thorough understanding of the factors shaping today's criminal justice system.

Focusing on the evolution of the criminal justice system from the Victorian era to the twentieth century, this book presents a series of engaging thematic debates. It appeals to historians, criminologists, and research methods specialists, while also captivating undergraduates and school students interested in the history of crime. The ambitious mapping of these changes offers a rich exploration of the complexities within the criminal justice landscape.