Buried Alive Behind Prison Walls

The Story of Jackson State Prison

Thomas S. Gaines (Autor)

Buch | Softcover

132 Seiten

2024
Sharp Ink (Verlag)
978-80-283-7275-0 (ISBN)

Infos

In "Buried Alive Behind Prison Walls," Thomas S. Gaines delivers a harrowing exploration of the American penal system, weaving together first-hand accounts and meticulous research to reveal the often-hidden realities of life within prison walls. Gaines employs a stark yet poignant literary style that vacillates between evocative narrative and factual exposition, immersing the reader in the psychological torment faced by inmates. Set against the backdrop of a burgeoning prison-industrial complex, the work interrogates themes of isolation, human dignity, and systemic failures, making it a crucial contribution to contemporary discussions about criminal justice reform. Thomas S. Gaines, an investigative journalist and social critic, draws upon his extensive experience observing and reporting the human condition within institutional settings. His commitment to uncovering the truth about societal injustices stems from his deep-seated belief in reform and the rights of the marginalized. This book emerges not only as an indictment of a flawed system but also as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit amidst inhumane conditions. Gaines's poignant narrative and compelling insights make "Buried Alive Behind Prison Walls" an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the prison system. It is a powerful reminder of the humanity that exists behind bars and calls for empathy and change, positioning it as a vital resource for students, activists, and general readers interested in social justice.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheinungsdatum: 23.05.2024
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 152 x 229 mm
• Gewicht: 203 g
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern ► Strafrecht
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Spezielle Soziologien
• Schlagworte: advocate perspective • African American freedom • African American History • American prison system • Civil Rights struggles • Criminal Justice Reform • dehumanization experiences • emancipation aftermath • emotional narrative • firsthand prison insights • historical racism • inhumane conditions • institutional oppression • jackson state prison • late 20th century • prison system injustice • Real-life Anecdotes • Segregation Era • Social Justice advocacy • southern discrimination
• ISBN-10: 80-283-7275-9 / 8028372759
• ISBN-13: 978-80-283-7275-0 / 9788028372750
• Zustand: Neuware