The encyclopedia of American prisons / Carl Sifakis.
The encyclopedia of American prisons / Carl Sifakis.
By
:
Sifakis, Carl.
Publication Date
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2003
Publication Information
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New York : Checkmark Books,
Physical Description
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320 p. : ill.
Subject Term
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Prisons -- United States -- Encyclopedias.
Prisoners -- United States -- Biography.
Correctional personnel -- United States -- Biography.
Summary
:
This reference covers the full gamut of the American penal system. From the early Pennsylvania and Auburn models, both of which drove many prisoners mad, to limited contemporary efforts to privatize prisons, this guide covers the entire history of prisons in America. Entries include important figures such as famous and infamous wardens, notable prisoners, prisons, escapes, prison riots, fires, prison society, convict labour, scandals and triumphs, reformers and terminology. It also covers key social issues connected to prisons such as overcrowding, mistreatment of prisoners, and the cost of maintaining prison programmes.
Language
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English
ISBN
:
9780816050727
Library | Collection | Collection | Call Number | Status |
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Mount Pearl (AMP) R. King | Adult NFic Ref | Adult Non-Fiction Reference | 365.973 SI2 | Not Available |
St. John's - A.C. Hunter (SJH) | ADULT NFIC - BASEMENT | Adult Non-Fiction - Basement | 365.973 SI2 | Checked In |