Lockdown America: Police and Prisons in the Age of Crisis
Lockdown America: Police and Prisons in the Age of Crisis
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000320
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s-1990s
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Lockdown America: Police and Prisons in the Age of Crisis by Christian Parenti examines the expansion of the criminal justice system in the United States. The book explores the intersection of political, economic, and social factors that drive the growth of policing and incarceration, highlighting systemic consequences for individuals and communities impacted by these structures.
Informative
Dark
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Challenging
Mysterious
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Review Roundup
Christian Parenti’s Lockdown America is praised for its thorough investigation of the U.S. criminal justice system, offering a compelling critique of policing and mass incarceration. While lauded for its detailed research and engaging narrative, some critics note it leans heavily on a singular perspective. It's a valuable resource for understanding systemic issues.
Who Should Read Lockdown America: Police and Prisons in the Age of Crisis?
A reader interested in systemic critiques of the U.S. justice system, socio-political analysis, and history might enjoy Lockdown America. Comparable works include Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow and Angela Y. Davis's Are Prisons Obsolete? for their critical examination of mass incarceration and policing.
448 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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320
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s-1990s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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