Closer to Freedom: Prose & Poetry from Maximum Security

By Chris Belden

A powerful collection of voices from behind bars, exploring the depths of the human spirit.

Closer to Freedom showcases the raw talent and resilience of incarcerated men through their own poetry and prose. Edited by Chris Belden, this anthology offers a unique window into lives shaped by confinement, loss, and the yearning for redemption.

These powerful pieces explore themes of social justice, personal transformation, and the search for meaning within the walls of a maximum-security prison. Discover the deep humanity of those often forgotten by society, as they confront their pasts and envision a future Find hope in the face of despairWitness the power of creative expressionGain insight into the human conditionThis collection is for readers interested in social justice, prison reform, and the transformative power of storytelling.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1954907745
• ISBN13: 9781954907744
• Release Date: October 2023
• Publisher: Woodhall Press
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.9" x 8.9"