The Books Briefing: Stories From America’s Prisons
Books written by incarcerated writers raise vital questions about how we can build a more just society: Your weekly guide to the best in books
Amid the recent protests against police violence, Black Lives Matter activists have called for the of the criminal-justice system. The United States currently has the highest prison population in the world, and the growth of the carceral state has Black and Latino populations. Literature written by incarcerated or formerly incarcerated writers such as Assata Shakur and speak powerfully to the lived experiences of those affected by the in this country. These essays, books, and letters prompt readers to think about how we can build a more just society, what public safety means, what purpose the police serve,
