The Fear of God, 1785

‘Keep Within Compass’ by Robert Dighton, Printed for & sold by Bowles & Carver, No. 69 in St. Pauls Church Yard, London 1785   The Fear of God To instill the deep fear of god within it’s youthful followers, St. Read More …

Hemp: The Prison Pounding, 1798

“Poor pilgrims blithe and jolly, in penance for past folly.” -Seceders in limbo -Vagabonds made useful. 1798 etching Hemp: The Prison Pounding As I’ve discussed in my earlier story ‘The Poor House’ (link to the story here ), many institutions Read More …