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Prisoner History

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Engelsk
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Historie

"Prisoner History" presents a sweeping examination of how incarceration and prisoner treatment have evolved across civilizations, from ancient Mesopotamian dungeons to modern correctional facilities. This comprehensive study reveals the intricate relationships between societies' values, governance systems, and their approaches to punishment and rehabilitation, demonstrating how economic conditions, religious beliefs, and political structures have shaped incarceration practices throughout history.

The book's chronological journey begins with ancient societies' basic detention systems, progressing through Medieval European towers and Asian imprisonment methods, before exploring the transformative period of the Industrial Revolution and the emergence of systematic incarceration. Drawing from archaeological findings, historical documents, and prison records across continents, it illuminates fascinating developments such as how Roman carcer influenced future prison designs and how Chinese imperial prisons established early standards for prisoner treatment.

Through its three main sections, the work masterfully weaves together multiple disciplines, including criminology, sociology, and human rights law, while maintaining accessibility for general readers. The analysis of successful and failed approaches throughout history offers valuable insights for contemporary prison reform efforts, making it particularly relevant for criminal justice professionals, policy makers, and social historians. The book's examination of the ongoing tension between punitive and rehabilitative approaches provides crucial context for current debates about prison reform and international standards for prisoner rights.

© 2025 Publifye (E-bog): 9788233938499

Oversættere: AI

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E-bog: 5. januar 2025

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