Correctional Contexts: Contemporary and Classical Readings

In this college-level text, a general introduction and section introductions support the presentation of 36 readings arranged in four parts. Major themes are the history and purpose of punishment and imprisonment, prison life, prison policy and inmate rights, and institutional programming and treatment. Each piece is briefly summarized in the table of contents, and each of the readings begins with a summary and concludes with study questions and references. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Edward J. Latessa is a Professor and Director of the School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati.

Alexander M. Holsinger is Associate Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology at University of Missouri-Kansas City.