Anne Rooney 
Crime and Punishment in Britain [PDF ebook] 

Anyone who commits a crime now might face prison or a fine – but punishment was much harsher in the past! Criminals could be killed, put on a ship for Australia, whipped or have their ears cut off. Find out how crimes have been punished throughout British history. Made for the KS2 History curriculum, these eight titles are packed with amazing historical facts and inspiring images. These handy guides explore the distant past, surviving historical evidence and the impact of our ancestors on our lives today.