This book challenges the myths and misrepresentations that justify the existence of prisons. It traces the history and failure of prison reform over two centuries, addresses a number of key, contemporary issues and argues for the abolition of prisons.
It explores:
- The problem with liberal reformism.
- The myths around crime, the prison population and prison regimes.
- People in prison and the harms they experience.
- The relationship between prisons, punishment and structural inequality.
- The case for abolishing prisons.
Aimed at students, researchers, grassroots organisations, prisoners’ rights activists, policy makers and anyone interested in social justice, its conclusion is clear; there needs to be fundamental and meaningful change. Prisons, the criminal injustice system and structural inequalities need to be radically transformed and abolished if social justice is to be achieved.
- ISBN10 1529684617
- ISBN13 9781529684612
- Publish Date 29 May 2025 (first published 15 May 2025)
- Publish Status Forthcoming
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Sage Publications Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Language English
- URL https://uk.sagepub.com/booksProdDesc.nav?prodId=Book288903