Insider Art (Electronic book text)

This is a book on the artwork produced by 'insiders' i.e. prisoners andex-inmates of Her Majesty's Prison Service. The book is laid out as anart catalogue. It starts with an essay on the whole principle of teaching art in prisons, and about how it can help with rehabilitation. It profiles (in words and images) many of the prisoners or ex-inmates in depth, talking about the difference art has made totheir lives. This is followed by a gallery of artwork done by prisonersfrom all over the UK. This fascinating book looks at how prisoners react to or deal with difficult issues and their situation through art, offering a glimpse into their world, often with anecdotes and personal stories alongside the artworks.