Policing the Black Man: Arrest, Prosecution, and Imprisonment
Policing the Black Man: Arrest, Prosecution, and Imprisonment
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017352
Book • Nonfiction
United States • Contemporary
2017
Adult
18+ years
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Policing the Black Man: Arrest, Prosecution, and Imprisonment, edited by Angela J. Davis, is a collection of essays examining racial bias in the U.S. criminal justice system. The book explores systemic issues and their impact on Black individuals, focusing on discrimination in policing, legal proceedings, and incarceration. It presents expert perspectives and historical context to advocate for reform.
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Policing the Black Man, edited by Angela J. Davis, is commended for its insightful essays on systemic racial bias in law enforcement. The book's diverse perspectives enrich discussions on justice reform. Some critique it for its dense academic tone, which may challenge general readers. Overall, it's a crucial resource for understanding racial disparities in the criminal justice system.
Who Should Read Policing the Black Man: Arrest, Prosecution, and Imprisonment?
A reader who would enjoy Policing the Black Man: Arrest, Prosecution, and Imprisonment is likely interested in social justice, racial inequality, and the criminal justice system. They may also appreciate works like The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander and Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates.
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352
Book • Nonfiction
United States • Contemporary
2017
Adult
18+ years
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