Correctional Contexts: Contemporary And Classical Readings

by Edward J. Latessa

The Second Edition of Correctional Contexts remains dedicated to presenting contemporary and classic articles in correctional development - tracing the history and origins of corrections and punishment in the United States. New articles in every section of the book offer a much broader base for students to learn about and critically analyze institutionalized populations.

Twenty-two articles are new to this edition. Changes include the following:

The History of Punishment and Origins of Imprisonment were previously two separate sections. Now they are one. The second section is now entitled Living in Prison. Two new articles deal with the Supermax facility as a recent development, as well as issues surrounding the female incarcerated offender. The third section, Working in Prison, consists of all new articles (save one) adding to the relevancy and role of "work" in the institutional environment. The fourth section, Prisoner Litigation and Inmates' Rights, remains largely unchanged, with the exception of one addition. The fifth section, Institutional Programming and Treatment, consists of new articles. They outline critical issues regarding institutional treatment and correctional programming today. The sixth section, Release from Prison and Parole, replaces the First Edition's section on Community Corrections. Four new articles explore issues of released prisoners in the community. The seventh section, New Directions, contains two new articles that focus on the future of institutional corrections and public support for correctional treatment.

New introductions to each article and each section guide the student through a critical analysis of the readings that follow. Key issues and concepts are identified. This will also aid the instructor in the development of class discussion and exam creation - as will the study questions that follow each article.

296 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2005

Reviews

[Noelle]

Good introductory overview