A Reader on Punishment (Oxford Readings in Socio-Legal Studies) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198763530 ISBN 13: 9780198763536

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1995

Synopsis

Why we punish, who we punish and how we punish are central elements of any discussion of the role of law in modern society. In this impressive and timely collection, two leading experts on the theory of punishment have selected a range of articles which have made important and influential contributions to the ways in which punishment is understood in contemporary society. The collection is introduced by a lengthy and original discussion of the key concepts of punishment, and each article is prefaced by a short introduction setting out the issues to be discussed. Throughout the book the aim of the editors is to demonstrate how complex the concept of punishment is, and to illustrate how an understanding of punishment is vitally important for students of law and society.

About this title

About the Author:

R. A. Duff is at University of Stirling. David Garland is at University of Edinburgh.

Review:

`It's a fine book, as I would expect from these editors.'
Richard, W. Ireland, University of Aberystwyth

`An intelligent contemporary selection which will prove very useful in orienting students towards the principled analysis of punishment.'
Dr J.R. Sparks, Keele University

`This has come out at an opportune time - it is almost an ideal reading compilation for this course.'
P.J. Leyland, University of North London

`A comprehensive reader which obviates the need for extensive reading lists and frustrating library searches for missing periodicals.'
Dr C. Leon, University of Leeds

`Looks very promising.'
Keith Soothill, University of Lancaster

`Good value for money, covers a range of important issues.'
Dr S. Easton, Brunel University

`The book will provide a solid and positive introduction to a key area in criminal justice. It will therefore be excellent as an introductory text.'
Professor Joe Sim, Liverpool John Moores University

`Excellent selection of readings, representing value for money. Attractive to 1st-year students, and also of use to them throughout academic careers.'
Dr J. Wardhaugh, University of Wales

`Excellent.'
Mr F.J. Dempsey, University of Galway

`A marvellous book.'
Mr Toddington, University of Hull

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0198763530
• ISBN 13: 9780198763536
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 358
• Editor: Duff R. A., Garland David