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In part one of a three-part mini-series, we'll explore the fascinating history of crime and punishment in Britain, from medieval justice to the infamous Bloody Code.
 
In this episode, you'll learn how the harsh consequences for even minor crimes evolved over the centuries, leading to the modern justice system.
 
  • Jean Valjean's punishment in Les Miserables vs. Britain.
  • The Bloody Code and its severe punishments.
  • Justice system in early medieval Britain.
  • William the Conqueror's legal reforms in 1066.
  • Development of trial by jury in Britain.
  • Punishments in the late medieval and Tudor periods.
  • Rise and fall of the Bloody Code.
  • Enlightenment thinkers’ impact on justice.
  • Shift towards imprisonment and rehabilitation.

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/crime-punishment-britain
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What is English Learning for Curious Minds?

Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English?

English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners.

Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English.

Every episode comes with an interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand.

Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English.

Find the bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, key vocabulary, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com