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Punishment

Punishment

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This book explores the concept of punishment, its meaning, significance, and difficulties in bringing it to an end. It examines the social, political, and emotional contexts of punishment, its role in the criminal justice system, and the potential for reducing levels of criminal punishment without compromising moral standards, public safety, or the rights of victims of crime.

Format: Hardback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive book delves into the intricate concept of punishment, examining its meaning, significance, and impact on individuals subjected to it. It explores the multifaceted social, political, and emotional contexts in which punishment operates, as well as its crucial role in the criminal justice system. The book also addresses the challenges inherent in ending punishment, while advocating for reduced levels of criminal punishment without compromising moral standards, public safety, or the rights of crime victims.

The core contents of this book are diverse and insightful. It explores the reasons why punishment matters, the emotional salience of its various discourses, and the role of culture in shaping punishment practices. The book also examines the politicization of punishment, its relationship with legitimacy, and the role of the penal system in contemporary society. It explores the aims of punishment, its limitations, and the power dynamics involved in its implementation. Additionally, the book delves into the ethical considerations of punishment, including human rights and the role of punishment in maintaining social order.

This book is a valuable resource for criminologists, as well as students enrolled in courses related to punishment, penology, prisons, and the criminal justice system. It provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary perspective on punishment, offering valuable insights into its historical, social, and ethical dimensions. By examining the complexities of punishment, this book contributes to our understanding of crime, justice, and society as a whole.

Weight: 557g
Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367152284

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