
American Corrections
Concepts and Controversies
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American Corrections
Concepts and Controversies
About this book
"It is a thorough and focused work on American corrections providing a solid opportunity for students to learn not only how the correctional system works but also to understand its ever increasing complexities."
                                                                                                                    —Dorie Astle, Southwestern Oklahoma State University
American Corrections, Second Edition offers students a contemporary, issues-oriented introduction that covers every aspect of corrections, prompting students to think critically about complex issues that are affecting the current U.S. correctional system. Incorporating the most recent theory, research, and data available, the Second Edition encourages students to explore the most interesting and progressive developments in correctional policy and practice. Authors Barry A. Krisberg, Susan Marchionna, and Christopher J. Hartney draw from years of professional experience to give students a practical knowledge of corrections, as well as provide a framework for thoughtful analysis into what is plaguing the American correctional system and a realistic exploration of the solutions that could make a difference.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Publisher Note
- Half Title
- Publisher Note
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Brief Contents
- Detailed Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Part I History and Sentencing
- 1 The Corrections System
- 2 A Historical Perspective on Punishment and Social Structure
- 3 The Purpose of Punishment and Sentencing Trends
- Part II Correctional Practice
- 4 Jails
- 5 Probation and Alternatives to Incarceration
- 6 Prisons
- 7 Coming Home Reentry and Parole
- 8 Juvenile Corrections
- 9 The Corrections Workforce
- Part III Critical Issues and Policy Questions
- 10 Holding Corrections Accountable
- 11 Corrections and the Color Line
- 12 Women in the Corrections System
- 13 Challenging and Vulnerable Populations
- 14 Death Row and the Death Penalty
- Part IV The Effectiveness and Future of American Corrections
- 15 The Privatization of Corrections1
- 16 The Politics and Future of Mass Incarceration
- Glossary
- References
- Index
- About the Authors
- Publisher Note