Prisons and Prison Systems: A Global Encyclopedia - Tapa dura

Roth, Mitchel

 
9780313328565: Prisons and Prison Systems: A Global Encyclopedia

Sinopsis

Prisons have undoubtedly changed over the years, as have penal practices in general, though more so in some countries than others. Prisons and prison systems have long been an overlooked part of criminal justice research, and as a result, limited material is available on many institutions. This comprehensive encyclopedia provides a historical overview of institutions and systems around the world, as well as penal theories, prisoner culture and life, and notable prisoners and personnel. Readers will find a plethora of information including material on such famous prisons as the Tower of London and Alcatraz, as well as on such topics as boot camps and parole. Other entries include Devil's Island, supermaximum prisons, Nelson Mandela, Pennsylvania system, and Amnesty International. Numerous appendixes list famous prisoners, prison museums, prison slang, and more.

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Acerca del autor

Mitchel P. Roth is Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University. He is author of a number of books including Historical Dictionary of Law Enforcement (Greenwood, 2001).

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