Story of a Massacre - São Paulo House of Detention - Marcello Lavenere Machado

Story of a Massacre - São Paulo House of Detention

A gripping and unforgettable account of one of the deadliest prison massacres in history

In the early hours of October 2, 1992, a bloody riot erupted in the São Paulo House of Detention, a maximum-security prison in Brazil. Over the course of the next 24 hours, 111 inmates were killed, making it one of the deadliest prison massacres in history.

In Story of a Massacre, Marcello Lavenere Machado tells the gripping and unforgettable story of this horrific event. Based on extensive research and interviews with survivors, Machado reconstructs the events leading up to the riot, the chaos of the violence itself, and the aftermath of the massacre.

A powerful indictment of the Brazilian prison system

Story of a Massacre is not only a gripping account of a horrific event, but also a powerful indictment of the Brazilian prison system. Machado exposes the overcrowding, violence, and corruption that are rampant in Brazilian prisons, and he argues that the massacre was a direct result of these conditions.

A must-read for anyone interested in criminal justice or Brazilian history

Story of a Massacre is a must-read for anyone interested in criminal justice or Brazilian history. It is a powerful and unforgettable account of one of the deadliest prison massacres in history, and it offers a scathing indictment of the Brazilian prison system.

Why You Should Read This Book

Story of a Massacre is a powerful and important book that will stay with you long after you finish it. Here are a few reasons why you should read it:

• It's a gripping and unforgettable account of one of the deadliest prison massacres in history. Machado's writing is clear and concise, and he does an excellent job of building suspense and creating a sense of urgency. You'll feel like you're right there in the prison with the inmates, experiencing the chaos and violence firsthand.
• It's a powerful indictment of the Brazilian prison system. Machado exposes the overcrowding, violence, and corruption that are rampant in Brazilian prisons, and he argues that the massacre was a direct result of these conditions. His book is a call to action for prison reform in Brazil and around the world.
• It's a must-read for anyone interested in criminal justice or Brazilian history. Story of a Massacre is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the Brazilian prison system or the history of Brazil. It's also a great read for anyone who is interested in true crime or prison literature.

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