No Safe Haven: Stories of Women in Prison
przez
Lori B. Girshick
Brak ocen
Young Adult
Science & Technology
Format
Twarda okładka
Strony
216
Język
Angielski
Opublikowany
Apr 15, 1999
Wydawca
Northeastern
Wydanie
First Edition
ISBN-10
1555533736
ISBN-13
9781555533731
Opis
In a striking exploration of life behind bars, a compelling narrative unfolds through the voices of forty women inmates at a minimum security prison in North Carolina. Each story reveals the complex realities faced by women grappling with the consequences of their actions, as well as the societal forces that have shaped their lives.
The author delves deep into the backgrounds, dreams, and struggles of these women, painting a vivid picture of their experiences. Readers are invited to understand not just the crimes that led to incarceration, but also the myriad of circumstances—including trauma, poverty, and systemic inequality—that contributed to their paths.
Through intimate portraits, the work challenges preconceived notions about crime, punishment, and redemption. These women's narratives resonate with resilience, shedding light on their hopes for the future and the often harsh reality of life within a correctional institution.
With sensitivity and insight, the collection serves as a powerful reminder of the human stories behind the statistics, urging society to reconsider its perceptions about those who have been marginalized and imprisoned.
The author delves deep into the backgrounds, dreams, and struggles of these women, painting a vivid picture of their experiences. Readers are invited to understand not just the crimes that led to incarceration, but also the myriad of circumstances—including trauma, poverty, and systemic inequality—that contributed to their paths.
Through intimate portraits, the work challenges preconceived notions about crime, punishment, and redemption. These women's narratives resonate with resilience, shedding light on their hopes for the future and the often harsh reality of life within a correctional institution.
With sensitivity and insight, the collection serves as a powerful reminder of the human stories behind the statistics, urging society to reconsider its perceptions about those who have been marginalized and imprisoned.
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