Description

In An Unknown Prison Land is a historical account written by George Chetwynd Griffith in 1901. The book provides a detailed description of the lives of convicts and colonists in New Caledonia, a French penal colony in the Pacific Ocean. The author, who was a journalist and novelist, spent several months in New Caledonia, where he had the opportunity to observe and interview the prisoners and the local population.The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the history of New Caledonia, its geography, and the reasons why it was chosen as a penal colony. Griffith also provides an overview of the French penal system and the conditions in which the convicts lived and worked. He describes the harsh punishments inflicted on the prisoners, the overcrowded and unsanitary conditions of the prisons, and the brutal treatment they received from the guards.The second part of the book is a collection of Griffith's personal observations and experiences in New Caledonia. He describes the natural beauty of the island, the customs and traditions of the local Kanak people, and the daily lives of the colonists. He also provides insights into the psychology of the convicts and their struggles to survive in a hostile environment.Overall, In An Unknown Prison Land is a fascinating and insightful account of life in a French penal colony during the late 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the history of New Caledonia and sheds light on the experiences of convicts and colonists during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.