Circle of Guilt

Autori

• Fredric Wertham

Parametri

• 234 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Biografie
• True crime

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set against the backdrop of a 1955 New York City court case, the narrative explores the life of Frank Santana, a Puerto Rican immigrant and gang member sentenced to a lengthy prison term for murder. Influential child psychologist Fredric Wertham responds to this injustice with a powerful critique in The Circle of Guilt, examining the societal factors contributing to such harsh penalties for youth. The book delves into themes of immigration, crime, and the psychological impact of systemic issues on marginalized communities.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

(In brossura)