Injustice and Prophecy in the Age of Mass Incarceration

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The book explores the disproportionate incarceration of mentally ill, often impoverished people of color in the UK and US, framing it as a "persecution of the prophetic" within the criminal justice system. By integrating insights from various disciplines such as criminology, theology, and sociology, it addresses the complex issue of mass incarceration. The author advocates for penal reform as a life-affirming endeavor, emphasizing the dignity and spiritual potential of those labeled as mentally unstable.