Joseph Akeroyd

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Focusing on Joseph Akeroyd's tenure as Inspector General of Victoria's prison system from 1924 to 1947, the book delves into his efforts to reform the penal system, highlighting both his successes and shortcomings. Rather than a conventional biography, it intertwines Akeroyd's historical experiences with the author's insights as a modern prison educator, offering a reflective examination of prison reform and its evolution over time.