Assaults. Riots. Cell fires. Medical emergencies. Understaffed wings. Suicides. Hooch. Weapons. It's all in a week's work at HMP
...Books True Story Books Return to HMP Parkhurst in this raw & fascinating account of life as a prison officer. David Berridge returns with more stories from his time as a prison officer at HMP Parkhurst, giving a uncompromising look at the harsh reality of working in British prisons. From dealing with inmate violence & clearing out defiled prison cells to the unsavoury nature of prison language & life, this is an even more detailed look inside Britain's most infamous prison. Through it all, David retains his wry humour & offers a much-needed assessment of the state of UK prisons today, the job crisis & poor recruitment, the corruption & gangs running rife, & the mental health epidemic hitting prisoners, causing many to take their own lives. Product Information: •†ISBN:† 9781399609685 •†Author:  David Berridge •†Publisher:  Seven Dials •†Format:  Paperback •†Pages:† 290 •†Dimensions:†12.7 x 1.91 x 19.69 cm