In the Mix: Struggle and Survival in a Women's Prison

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Focusing on the unique experiences of women in a California prison, this book offers an in-depth exploration of prison culture through three years of participant observation and interviews. It highlights the gendered dynamics of social organization, roles, and norms within the prison environment. Common themes such as substance use, economic challenges, and survival strategies are interwoven throughout. The author argues that women's prison culture is deeply interconnected with broader societal roles and the realities of their lives both inside and outside prison walls.