PRISON THIS HOUSE (LITTLE) GOOD. FACES AND PROBLEMS OF MODERNITY

The originality and uniqueness of this monograph lies in the combination of in-depth, interdisciplinary scientific analysis with journalistic narration from the best reports. The author proposes a fascinating journey through a series of complex problems related to the functioning of punishments based on isolation, both in the past and present. This monograph shows how difficult it is to effectively combine the corrective functions of the prison with its totality as an institution, for which the author cites numerous examples from Polish and foreign prisons.

• Interdisciplinary scientific analysis combined with journalistic narration.
• In-depth look at the problems associated with isolation punishments.
• Examples from Polish and foreign prisons (France, USA, Latin America).
• Analysis of the corrective functions of the prison in the context of its totality as an institution.
• Interesting way of selecting and compiling information, which makes the reading extremely interesting.
• New edition updated with the latest data and analysis.

The book "Prison this house (little) good. Faces and problems of modernity" is a unique monograph that combines elements of scientific analysis with an accessible journalistic narrative. The author, based on his rich experience and knowledge, presents a number of problems related to the functioning of modern prisons. This publication is an important voice in the discussion on penitentiary systems and their impact on society.

This publication is a kind of cruise on a turbulent ocean of contemporary penitentiary institutions, which shows how difficult it is to effectively combine the corrective functions of the prison with its totality as an institution. As proof, the author cites various information and examples from Polish prisons, as well as from other countries such as France, the USA and Latin America. He selects them and puts them together in a very interesting way.

The book from Difin Publishing House is a must-read for students of law, sociology, criminology, as well as for all those interested in penitentiary and resocialization issues. Rich in knowledge and reflections, it is a valuable contribution to the development of the science of prisons and resocialization. The paperback book has 490 pages and the format is 240x170 mm. It was published in 2021.

Technical specification: Number of pages: 490, Format: 240x170 mm, Year of publication: 2021, Cover: paperback, Publisher: Difin.