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Are Prisons Obsolete?
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With Her Characteristic Brilliance, Grace And Radical Audacity, Angela Y. Davis Has Put The Case For The Latest Abolition Movement In American Life: The Abolition Of The Prison. As She Quite Correctly Notes, American Life Is Replete With Abolition Movements, And When They Were Engaged In These Struggles, Their Chances Of Success Seemed Almost Unthinkable. For Generations Of Americans, The Abolition Of Slavery Was Sheerest Illusion. Similarly,The Entrenched System Of Racial Segregation Seemed To Last Forever, And Generations Lived In The Midst Of The Practice, With Few Predicting Its Passage From Custom. The Brutal, Exploitative (Dare One Say Lucrative?) Convictlease System That Succeeded Formal Slavery Reaped Millions To Southern Jurisdictions (And Untold Miseries For Tens Of Thousands Of Men, And Women). Few Predicted Its Passing From The American Penal Landscape. Davis Expertly Argues How Social Movements Transformed These Social, Political And Cultural Institutions, And Made Such Practices Untenable.In Are Prisons Obsolete?, Professor Davis Seeks To Illustrate That The Time For The Prison Is Approaching An End. She Argues Forthrightly For Decarceration, And Argues For The Transformation Of The Society As A Whole.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' A: The main theme of 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' is the argument for the abolition of prisons and the exploration of social movements that have historically led to significant societal changes, particularly regarding racial and social justice.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' is Angela Y. Davis, a prominent activist, scholar, and author known for her work on issues of race, class, and the prison-industrial complex.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and convenient for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' have? A: 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' contains 128 pages, providing a concise yet impactful exploration of its themes.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have some wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: When was 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' published? A: 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' was published on April 1, 2003.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' falls under the category of Human Rights, reflecting its focus on social justice and systemic issues.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: Key features of 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' include its thought-provoking arguments, historical context on abolition movements, and Angela Y. Davis's engaging writing style.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: The book is aimed at readers interested in social justice, criminal justice reform, and those looking to understand the historical context of prisons in America.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' A: The title 'Are Prisons Obsolete?' suggests an inquiry into the relevance and necessity of prisons in modern society, prompting readers to consider alternatives to incarceration and the implications of such societal changes.