A Study in County Jails in California
by Various
Format: Paperback
ISBN13: 9781444688047
Paperback|9781444688047
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Overview
First published in 1916, this book contains a detailed study of Californian county jails, published under the auspices of the State Board of Charities and Corrections, San Francisco. This detailed investigation explores a wide range of variables recidivism, sanitary conditions, discipline, education, psychology, age, race, and much more. Highly recommended for modern readers with an interest in the history and development of American prisons. Contents include: "Summary of Findings", "Map of California (Insert)", "Classification of Counties", "Reasons for a State System", "A Study of 31,000 County Jail Prisoners", "Statistical Tables", "Some Modern Institutions for Misdemeanants", "Laws Specially Affecting County Jails", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete the original text and artwork.
| ISBN-13 | 9781444688047 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1444688049 |
| Weight | 0.35 Pounds |
| Dimensions | 5.50 x 0.28 x 8.50 In |
| List Price | $26.95 |
| Format | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Pages | 116 pages |
| Publisher | Maudsley Press |
| Published On | 2009-12-01 |
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