American prison
Book • 2018
In 'American Prison', Shane Bauer recounts his experience working undercover as a prison guard at Winn Correctional Center in Louisiana.
The book delves into the history of for-profit prisons in the U.S.
, tracing their origins back to the post-Civil War era and highlighting the systemic issues of mass incarceration and the exploitation of prisoners for labor.
Bauer's narrative combines personal experiences with historical context, critiquing the private prison system for prioritizing profit over rehabilitation and public safety.
The book delves into the history of for-profit prisons in the U.S.
, tracing their origins back to the post-Civil War era and highlighting the systemic issues of mass incarceration and the exploitation of prisoners for labor.
Bauer's narrative combines personal experiences with historical context, critiquing the private prison system for prioritizing profit over rehabilitation and public safety.
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