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An Introduction to Penology: Punishment, Prisons and Probation

An Introduction to Penology: Punishment, Prisons and Probation

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An Introduction to Penology is a concise, informative, and scholarly guide that discusses the concept of punishment in community and custodial settings with people who have broken the law. It focuses on prisons and probation and encourages readers to critically engage with the theory, policy, and practice of punishment and explore ways to rethink penology on an individual and social level.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 360 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd


An Introduction to Penology is a comprehensive and scholarly guide that caters to a wide range of audiences interested in understanding the implementation of punishment in community and custodial settings with individuals who have violated the law. With a particular emphasis on prisons and probation, the book offers readers a valuable opportunity to engage critically with the concept of punishment, both in theory and practice, and explore diverse approaches to addressing lawbreaking in society.

The text will enable students to delve deeper into the organizational structures, cultures, service delivery, and responses to the needs of minority and vulnerable groups within two of the primary criminal justice institutions. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to engage in critical discussions on longstanding penological debates, considering the theoretical foundations, policy implications, and practical applications of punishment. They will also explore ways to reimagine penology on an individual and societal level, advocating for social justice rather than solely criminal justice.

This innovative and contemporary text is an essential resource for students pursuing studies in criminology, criminal justice, penology, and individuals interested in pursuing careers in either prison or probation services. Authored by Lol Burke, Professor in Criminal Justice, and Dr Helena Gosling, Senior Lecturer in Criminal Justice at Liverpool John Moores University, the book provides a wealth of knowledge and insights into the field.

Weight: 650g
Dimension: 232 x 186 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526492838

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