Purgatory citizenship: reentry, race, and abolition: by Calvin John Smiley, California, University of California Press, 2023, 240 pp., $29.95/£25.00 (paperback), ISBN: 9780520385993.

The book "Purgatory Citizenship: Reentry, Race, and Abolition" examines the challenges faced by individuals reintegrating into society after incarceration, particularly in Newark, New Jersey, through the lens of 'purgatory citizenship.' The author argues that re-entry is not a conclusion to punishme...

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Publicado en:Ethnic & Racial Studies Vol. 48; no. 13; pp. 2694 - 2697
Autor principal: Adams, Maria
Formato: Book Review
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Oct2025
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      ab: The book "Purgatory Citizenship: Reentry, Race, and Abolition" examines the challenges faced by individuals reintegrating into society after incarceration, particularly in Newark, New Jersey, through the lens of 'purgatory citizenship.' The author argues that re-entry is not a conclusion to punishment but rather an extension of it, highlighting the ongoing struggles related to race, gender, and social class that affect formerly incarcerated individuals. The narratives presented reveal the trauma and systemic barriers these individuals encounter, including issues of housing instability and the impact of punitive policies. Ultimately, the author advocates for the abolition of prisons, urging readers to approach the subject with humility and compassion for those affected by the criminal justice system.
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