Penal Culture and Hyperincarceration

Focusing on penal culture, this work offers a comprehensive analysis of international trends in imprisonment, using Australia as a focal point. It examines the impacts of colonialism, race, and the 'penal/colonial complex' on prison use and hyperincarceration. Featuring contributions from leading Australian penal theorists, the book combines historical and contemporary perspectives to present a novel understanding of penality in the 21st century, highlighting significant influences on incarceration rates and practices.