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Dive into the intriguing world of incarceration with 'Power on the Inside,' the first comprehensive historical account of prison gangs globally. This essential read by historian-criminologist Mitchel P. Roth sheds light on the evolution of these complex subcultures, starting from the mid-nineteenth-century prisons in Naples to the rising phenomena among today's youth inmates. The book provides an in-depth examination of prison gangs across various regions, including the Americas, Oceania, South Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe. Delve into the significant factors that shape these groups, such as colonial legacies, population demographics, prison architecture, and the intricate dynamics between staff and prisoners. With eighty historical and contemporary images included, this book not only caters to professionals in criminology and sociology but also appeals to general readers interested in understanding the current realities of prison life and gang culture. Whether you are a scholar seeking to deepen your knowledge or a curious reader fascinated by criminal subcultures, 'Power on the Inside' is your window into the complex world behind bars. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781789143232, Year: 2020, Publisher: Reaktion Books.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789143232
Year: 2020
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
The first historical account of the development of prison gangs world-wide
Power on the Inside is the first book to examine the historical development of prison gangs worldwide, from those that emerged inside mid-nineteenth-century Neapolitan prisons to the new generation of younger inmates challenging the status quo within gang subcultures today. Historian-criminologist Mitchel P. Roth examines prison gangs throughout the world, from the Americas, Oceania, and South Africa to Southeast Asia, Europe, and beyond. The book examines the many variables that influence the evolution of prison subcultures, from colonialism and population demographics to prison architecture and staff-prisoner relations.
Power on the Inside features eighty historical and contemporary images and will inform professionals in the field as well as general readers who want to know more about the realities of prison gangs today.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789143232
Year: 2020
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
The first historical account of the development of prison gangs world-wide
Power on the Inside is the first book to examine the historical development of prison gangs worldwide, from those that emerged inside mid-nineteenth-century Neapolitan prisons to the new generation of younger inmates challenging the status quo within gang subcultures today. Historian-criminologist Mitchel P. Roth examines prison gangs throughout the world, from the Americas, Oceania, and South Africa to Southeast Asia, Europe, and beyond. The book examines the many variables that influence the evolution of prison subcultures, from colonialism and population demographics to prison architecture and staff-prisoner relations.
Power on the Inside features eighty historical and contemporary images and will inform professionals in the field as well as general readers who want to know more about the realities of prison gangs today.