The book "Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy, January 1862", author - Philadelphia Society for the Relief of Distress in Public Prisons, is a unique presentation of the problems of prisons and the humanitarian aspects of the prison system in the 19th century. This journal covers various aspects of life in prisons, including conditions of detention, methods of rehabilitation, the health of prisoners and the general approach to punishment and penance. The authors share their experiences and note innovative approaches to solving the problem of recidivism in the prison system. This book is not only a document of its time, but also a valuable source for studying the history of prisons and social reforms in the past.