Explaining U.S. Imprisonment

Autori

• Mary Bosworth

Parametri

• 304 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Criminalistica

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Focusing on the sociology of punishment, this book explores the experiences of women and minorities in U.S. prisons, alongside the historical evolution of the prison system. It addresses contemporary issues such as the detention of immigrants and the impact of the War on Terror, while also examining social influences on prison reform. This comprehensive analysis offers a unique perspective on the complexities of imprisonment in the 21st century.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009

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