The Frying Pan

Set in 1970, the narrative unfolds through the author's visits to HMP Grendon Underwood, the UK's pioneering psychiatric prison. Through interviews with inmates and staff, he explores the institution's distinctive community and the interplay between mental health and the criminal justice system. The book provides an insightful look into the lives of those within the prison, revealing the complexities of rehabilitation and the challenges faced by both inmates and caregivers.