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Elizabeth Fry: Britain's Second Lady on the Five-pound Note
Dennis Barden
Paperback. Chanadon Publications Limited 2007-07-31.
ISBN 9780954197346
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Publisher description
I am come to serve you, if you will allow me, " said Elizabeth Fry; a sentiment that encapsulates the simple ethic by which Fry lived. Early on in her life Elizabeth recognised that she was destined for a 'different' future. Her charity work introduced her to the plight of women in prisons, in particular Newgate Gaol. Horrified at what she witnessed; women imprisoned, often for quite menial crimes, were accompanied by their children into the bedlam that was Newgate. Monday hangings were commonplace and tickets were sold for viewing to the public on this day; even pregnancy did not buy reprieve. Through her connections that reached as high as royalty, Fry effected a huge change in the system, as well as providing bedding, food and other comforts. By treating the women of Newgate with respect she won their trust and regularly read to them, organised the release of children to attend school in her home, and the supply of 'bundles' for those prisoners deported to the New Worlds (Australia)
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