Growing Up in the Shadow of Alcatraz: Childhood on a Prison Island
January 1, 2025, Capstone Press
Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay is notorious for its prison, which held some of the world’s most dangerous criminals. But it was also home to more than 100 children and their parents who worked at the prison. Engaging narrative, historical photos, primary sources, and more will give readers an inside look at daily life on Alcatraz and the children who called it home.
2026 Top Ten List, In the Margins. “Combining engaging storytelling, historical photographs, and firsthand accounts, the book brings to life the unique experiences of these families living on the island.”