Gender and Punishment in Ireland: Women, Murder and the Death Penalty, 1922-64

Gender and punishment in Ireland explores the penal landscape for offending women in postcolonial Ireland, examining the role of the Catholic Church in responses to female deviance.

Format: Hardback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2022
Publisher: Manchester University Press

Gender and Punishment in Ireland delves into the profound issue of women's lethal violence in Ireland, undertaking a comprehensive archival research that encompasses government documents, press reporting, remnants of public opinion, and the poignant voices of the women themselves. This groundbreaking work contributes to the rapidly expanding literature on gender and punishment, particularly focusing on women who perpetrate violence. By engaging with concepts such as "double deviance," "chivalry," "paternalism," and "coercive confinement," the book offers a deep exploration of the penal landscape for offending women in postcolonial Ireland. It specifically examines the influential role of the Catholic Church in responding to female deviance, shedding light on the complex dynamics and societal attitudes surrounding these crimes. This book represents an extensive and interdisciplinary treatment of women who kill in Ireland, making it an invaluable resource for scholars of gender, criminology, and history. Through its meticulous analysis and insightful perspectives, it sheds light on the societal and cultural factors that contribute to women's violence and provides valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for gender equality and justice in Ireland.

Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526145284