The jail manual for the use of district officers in the Punjab

The jail manual for the use of district officers in the Punjab by Hathaway, Charles is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 189 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.

What it's about

The Jail Manual for the Use of District Officers in the Punjab by Charles Hathaway is a comprehensive guide outlining prison regulations, management procedures, and legal responsibilities within British-administered jails in colonial Punjab. Designed for district officers, the manual covers prisoner classification, discipline, labor, diet, and record-keeping. Hathaway’s work reflects the colonial approach to penal administration, aiming to standardize and control jail practices. It remains a key historical document for understanding prison systems and governance in 19th-century British India.

Book details

• Author: Hathaway, Charles
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 189
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1858

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The jail manual for the use of district is written by Hathaway, Charles.

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