Thirty Years In Sing Sing (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163181034)

Thirty Years In Sing Sing is a memoir written by James Ingles, a former prison guard who worked at Sing Sing Correctional Facility for thirty years. The book provides a detailed account of Ingles' experiences working in one of the most notorious prisons in the United States during the early 20th century.Ingles shares his firsthand observations of the daily routines of the inmates, including their work assignments, meals, and recreational activities. He also discusses the various methods used to discipline prisoners, such as solitary confinement and corporal punishment.The book also delves into the political and social issues surrounding the prison system during the time period, such as the debate over the death penalty and the impact of the prison on the surrounding community.Throughout the book, Ingles reflects on his own personal growth and experiences as a prison guard, including the challenges he faced in maintaining his own moral compass in a system that often dehumanized both inmates and guards.Overall, Thirty Years In Sing Sing provides a unique and insightful perspective on the inner workings of one of the most infamous prisons in American history, as well as the broader issues surrounding the criminal justice system during the early 20th century.This Is The Story Of The Chaplain At One Of The United States Most Notorious 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: James Ingles
ISBN-10: 116318103X
ISBN-13: 9781163181034
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.27d