"Prisons & Punishment: The Essentials" by David K. Scott and Nick Flynn is a criminology textbook published by SAGE Publications LTD in 2014. This paperback book, written in English, covers essential topics related to prisons and punishment. With 304 pages, it provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in the field of criminology. The authors offer insights and analysis on various aspects of prisons and punishment systems, making this book a must-read for those interested in the subject.