Prisoners of Liberation

Alan and Adele Rickett's "Prisoners of Liberation" recounts their experiences as US citizens imprisoned in China after being exposed as spies.

The book details their participation in criticism and self-criticism sessions with their cellmates.

Through this process, they underwent a significant ideological shift, developing sympathy for the Chinese Revolution.

Their account offers a firsthand perspective on the transformative potential of this practice, even under duress.

The book provides valuable insights into the dynamics of group self-reflection and ideological transformation.