Fifty Years Of Prison Service: An Autobiography (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548086940)

""Fifty Years of Prison Service: An Autobiography"" is a book written by Zebulon Reed Brockway, a former prison reformer and administrator. The book is a detailed account of Brockway's life and career in the field of prison reform, spanning over fifty years. Brockway began his career as a prison warden in the late 19th century and quickly became known for his innovative ideas and progressive approach to prison management. He was a strong advocate for rehabilitation and education programs for prisoners, and his ideas were considered radical at the time. Throughout the book, Brockway shares his experiences and insights on the challenges of prison reform, including the resistance he faced from politicians, prison staff, and even some prisoners. He also discusses the successes and failures of his various reform efforts, including his work as the superintendent of the Elmira Reformatory in New York, where he implemented a system of indeterminate sentencing and individualized treatment plans for inmates. Overall, ""Fifty Years of Prison Service: An Autobiography"" provides a fascinating look at the history of prison reform in the United States, as well as the life and career of one of its most influential figures. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in criminal justice reform, as well as those interested in the history of American prisons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Zebulon Reed Brockway
ISBN-10: 054808694X
ISBN-13: 9780548086940
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 472
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.89lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d