Penitentiary Post (1920)

Penitentiary Post is a novel written by Kathrene Pinkerton and published in 1920. The book is a fictional account of life in a women's prison in the early 20th century. The protagonist, Mary, is a young woman who is wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to the penitentiary. The novel follows her experiences as she adjusts to life in prison, makes friends with other inmates, and navigates the complex social hierarchy of the prison. Throughout the book, Pinkerton explores themes of justice, redemption, and the power of friendship. The book is notable for its realistic portrayal of life in a women's prison, and for its sympathetic treatment of the inmates. Overall, Penitentiary Post is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on a little-known aspect of American history.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.