Wards Of The State: An Unofficial View Of Prison And The Prisoner (1913)

Wards of the State: An Unofficial View of Prison and the Prisoner is a book written by Tighe Hopkins and published in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the prison system and its impact on prisoners. Hopkins, a journalist and social reformer, offers a critical perspective on the prison system and the treatment of prisoners, arguing that the system fails to rehabilitate offenders and instead perpetuates a cycle of crime and punishment. The book is divided into three parts. The first part examines the history and development of the prison system, tracing its origins to the 18th century and the work of prison reformers like John Howard and Elizabeth Fry. Hopkins argues that while these reformers sought to improve conditions for prisoners, the system has since become corrupt and ineffective. The second part of the book focuses on the experiences of prisoners, describing the harsh conditions they face and the psychological toll of confinement. Hopkins argues that the prison system dehumanizes prisoners and makes it difficult for them to reintegrate into society. In the final part of the book, Hopkins offers a series of recommendations for reforming the prison system. He argues for a more rehabilitative approach that focuses on education and vocational training, rather than punishment. He also advocates for the abolition of the death penalty and the establishment of community-based alternatives to imprisonment. Overall, Wards of the State provides a thought-provoking critique of the prison system and its impact on society. It remains a relevant and important work in the field of criminal justice reform.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.