charlie hopkins alcatraz book

Step inside the notorious walls of Alcatraz with this gripping true story of Charles Hopkins, a hardened criminal who became one of the prison’s most unforgettable inmates. Hard Time: The Life of an Incorrigible on Alcatraz is a raw, honest, and at times shocking memoir that offers a rare first-person glimpse into life behind bars at America’s most infamous penitentiary. Told in Hopkins’ own words and compiled by Don DeNevi, this book captures the violence, isolation, and survival instincts that defined the Alcatraz experience. Perfect for fans of true crime, prison history, and real-life redemption stories.