In the Sanctuary of Outcasts

In In the Sanctuary of Outcasts, Neil White recounts his unexpected journey from a privileged life to serving time in a unique Louisiana prison, where he encounters the last remaining leprosy patients in the United States. Amidst this unlikely community—comprising outcasts, nuns, and inmates—White forms meaningful relationships, including with Ella Bounds, an outcast with a resilient spirit. The memoir explores themes of friendship, humility, and rediscovering what truly matters, all set against a backdrop rich with history and human resilience.