Jeffrey H. Reiman

Philosophy
  • Jeffrey Reiman is a prominent scholar in the field of criminology and social justice.

  • He is best known for his work on the American criminal justice system, particularly his critique of how it disproportionately affects the poor.

  • Reiman has authored several books on the subject, with "The Rich Get Richer and the Poor Get Prison" being his most well-known work.

  • The book, which has gone through multiple editions since its initial publication, has become a staple in criminology and sociology courses.

  • Reiman's work often incorporates Marxist perspectives and challenges conventional notions of crime and punishment, focusing on systemic inequalities and the criminalization of poverty.

Books by Jeffrey H. Reiman