At the heart of his book is his conclusion that prison simply does not work, failing on three fundamental levels. The view of the popular media is that when prisoners are locked up they cannot commit crime. This is not true. Podmore shows how crime actually proliferates in prison, how serious organised crime is allowed to flourish there through bad management, and how the UK's prisons are a multi-million pound investment bank for the black economy. The public sees prison as a deterrent. Th...

Psychiatry in Prisons provides a comprehensive overview of the history, problems and development of psychiatric health care in prisons, focusing particularly on the UK. The contributors tackle a broad range of issues, from familiar mental health issues such as substance misuse, self-injury and health screening to complex legal, moral and philosophical dilemmas. It also draws comparisons with the US correctional mental health system and the delivery of mental health services in New Zealand ...

Studies of the Occult: A 22-Volume Anthology is an extensive and meticulously curated collection that delves into the enigmatic realms of the occult, spanning centuries of esoteric literature. This anthology melds various literary styles, from scholarly treatises and compelling narratives to vividly detailed eyewitness accounts, thereby covering a broad spectrum of themes such as mysticism, supernatural phenomena, and folklore. Each volume stands as a testament to humanity's enduring fasci...

Evidence of the Supernatural: 20+ Studies of the Occult' is an illuminating collection that delves into the ethereal realms of the paranormal, the mystical, and the occult. Brought together by a diverse array of authors, this anthology covers a comprehensive range of literary styles including narrative fiction, scholarly treatises, court transcripts and personal accounts. The collection's profound contributions span historical epochs and geographical regions, showcasing standout pieces tha...

This volume is a continuation of our series exploring Saint Augustine’s influence on later thought, this time bringing the fifth century bishop into dialogue with 19th century philosopher, theologian, social critic, and originator of Existentialism, Soren Kierkegaard. The connections, contrasts, and sometimes surprising similarities of their thought are uncovered and analyzed in topics such as exile and pilgrimage, time and restlessness, inwardness and the church, as well as suffering, evi...