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Michael’s daily prison journal now appears on MichaelSantos.net.
Michael’s daily prison journal now appears on MichaelSantos.net.
In his newest book, Inside: Life Behind Bars in America, Michael Santos shows readers what it's like to live in America's jails and prisons. Using the voice of the penitentiary, he graphically describes a system infested with gangs, drugs, beatings, shanks, and extortion. From meth-crazed prisoners raping the weak, to female guards who prostitute themselves with the help of gang leaders, and murders in protective custody, Santos brings readers as close as they'll ever want to come to confinement.
It is not the sugarcoated version of "corrections" and "rehabilitation" that administrators want taxpayers to swallow. This book describes a $60 billion industry designed with policies and infrastructure that perpetuate failure.
Santos succeeds in introducing readers to the characters, values, and growing subculture festering inside America's prison system. With the soaring costs of keeping more than two million prisoners inside, this hard-hitting book is timely for all nonfiction readers.
Hello Michael,
I follow you because of friend I have in prison here in Mississippi Well, that is why I followed you at first. I thought you were a “good example” for my friend. But now I keep up with you because I am sorry for your situation and need to know how you are doing. I am very proud of the man you have become in spite of your circumstances. You story is amazing.
I have sent my friend a copy of your book, your New Year’s resolutions and many other article you have published. I was right to begin with–you are a good example. Is there any other material you recommend for current prisoners? My friend is eligible for parole in June of 2010. I pray he will be ready.