Letters to My Younger Self: An Anthology of Writings by Incarcerated Men at S.C.I. Graterford

by Jayne Thompson (Editor), Emily DeFreitas (Editor)

n this anthology incarcerated me in the Prison Literacy Project at S.C.I. Graterford contribute pieces about regretful decisions made or painful experiences in their youth, fearlessly exposing their vulnerability. The men chose many methods for sharing their messages; some wrote letters to their young selves or family members, telling of their struggles growing up in difficult circumstances. They reached out from behind the prison walls to caution young offenders while they still have time to change their lives, but they speak to us all. They remind us all about choices, consequences, and caring for others.

195 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 20, 2014

Reviews

[Scott · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was recommended by a friend and sounded interesting. I enjoyed the book, letters, poems and stories and what the inmates had to say in regards to their experiences. Some of the letters were a little long winded but got the point across. Also this book is good for kids being bullied.