Professor Helen Johnston H.Johnston@hull.ac.uk
Professor of Criminology
Separate and Silent Systems
Johnston, Helen
Authors
Abstract
The separate and silent systems were two disciplinary regimes that became prominent in prisons during the early to mid-nineteenth century. Both systems were based on the idea of reforming prisoners either through isolation or throught silent-associated labour.
Citation
Johnston, H. (2008). Separate and Silent Systems. Dictionary of Prisons and Punishment (270 - 271). Willan
| Acceptance Date | Nov 1, 2008 |
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| Publication Date | Nov 1, 2008 |
| Pages | 270 - 271 |
| Book Title | Dictionary of Prisons and Punishment |
| ISBN | 978-1-84392-291-9 |
| Public URL | https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/405197 |
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