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The Pains of Mass Imprisonment provides a comprehensive analysis of how mass incarceration shapes contemporary American society. Benjamin Fleury-Steiner and Jamie Longazel examine the profound personal and collective consequences of the criminal justice system’s expansion, going beyond statistics to reveal human experiences.
This work contextualizes mass imprisonment within broader social issues, exploring how incarceration affects mental health, family structures, economic stability, and community development. The authors investigate systemic inequities and disparities in the criminal justice system while considering policy implications and potential reforms.
Part of the Framing 21st Century Social Issues series, this book offers both critical analysis and evidence-based perspectives on one of America’s most pressing contemporary challenges, making it essential reading for students, policymakers, and anyone concerned with social justice.
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