Woman in Prison

"Woman in Prison" by Caroline H. Woods, is a story about a woman who takes on the challenging role of a matron in a penitentiary, where she confronts the harsh realities of the penal system and the lives of female prisoners. Spurred to action by a newspaper advertisement, the protagonist enters a grim world and feels overwhelmed by the environment and the living conditions of the inmates. She wrestles with her authority while also trying to show generosity in the strict prison setting. Through her experiences, the protagonist develops a greater awareness of the interactions within the walls of the penitentiary.