Jail Journal: Or Five Years in British Prisons (1854)

Jail Journal: Or Five Years In British Prisons is a memoir written by John Mitchel and published in 1854. The book chronicles Mitchel's experiences as an Irish nationalist and his imprisonment in various British prisons, including the infamous Bermuda penal colony. Mitchel describes the harsh conditions of prison life and the political and social climate of Ireland during the mid-19th century. He also reflects on his own beliefs and the role of nationalism in Irish society. The book provides a firsthand account of the struggles faced by Irish nationalists during this period and offers insight into the history and politics of Ireland. Mitchel's writing is passionate and vivid, making this book a powerful and engaging read.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.