Within Prison Walls

Within Prison Walls is a captivating and insightful book that chronicles the personal experience of Thomas Mott Osborne during his voluntary confinement in the State Prison at Auburn, New York. Osborne, a prominent prison reformer, entered the prison as an inmate in order to gain a firsthand understanding of the conditions and treatment of prisoners. The book provides a detailed and vivid account of Osborne's week-long stay in the prison, including his interactions with fellow inmates, prison officials, and guards. He describes the harsh living conditions, the daily routines, and the mental and physical toll that imprisonment takes on individuals. Osborne also reflects on the flaws of the prison system and the urgent need for reform. He provides valuable insights into the psychological and emotional impact of incarceration, and offers suggestions for improving the rehabilitation and reintegration of prisoners into society. Written in a clear and engaging style, Within Prison Walls is a powerful and thought-provoking book that sheds light on the realities of life behind bars. It is a must-read for anyone interested in criminal justice, prison reform, and the human experience of imprisonment.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.