Singin' a Lonesome Song

The book features gripping tales from prison life, showcasing diverse characters such as chain-bus drivers and wild bull riders. It highlights unique events like a prison baseball team's challenge against Texas semi-pro champions and recounts the contributions of inmates and POWs to the Confederate army. Additionally, it delves into the labor of convicts who played a crucial role in constructing a state railroad and quarrying granite for the iconic state capitol in Austin, revealing the intersection of justice, labor, and history.