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Why Punish?: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Punishment
Rob Canton
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Description for Why Punish?: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Punishment
Hardback. An introduction to the theories of punishment, which explores its purposes, justifications and meanings in a logical and systematic way. Num Pages: 258 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JKV; LNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155. .
Why do we punish? Is it because only punishment can achieve justice for victims and 'right the wrong' of a crime? Or is it justified because it reduces crime, by deterring potential offenders, offering rehabilitative treatment to others and incapacitating the most dangerous? The complex answers to this enduring question vary across time and place, and are directly linked to people's personal, cultural, social, religious and ethical commitments and even their sense of identity. This unique introduction to the philosophy of punishment provides a systematic analysis of the themes of retribution, deterrence, rehabilitation, incapacitation and restorative justice. Integrating philosophical, ... Read more
Why do we punish? Is it because only punishment can achieve justice for victims and 'right the wrong' of a crime? Or is it justified because it reduces crime, by deterring potential offenders, offering rehabilitative treatment to others and incapacitating the most dangerous? The complex answers to this enduring question vary across time and place, and are directly linked to people's personal, cultural, social, religious and ethical commitments and even their sense of identity. This unique introduction to the philosophy of punishment provides a systematic analysis of the themes of retribution, deterrence, rehabilitation, incapacitation and restorative justice. Integrating philosophical, ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
258
Condition
New
Number of Pages
242
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781137449030
SKU
V9781137449030
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About Rob Canton
Rob Canton is Professor in Community and Criminal Justice at De Montfort University, UK. He has worked extensively with the Council of Europe and the EU to develop penal practices in several countries and contributed to framing the European Probation Rules and the European Rules on Community Sanctions and Measures. He also acted as Specialist Adviser to the House of ... Read more
Reviews for Why Punish?: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Punishment
Canton’s work is always superbly structured and written in an accessible but engaging style that belies the depth of the material and the sophistication of the arguments … a book for the student new to the study of criminology, the social sciences, and philosophy, and it is also a book for the seasoned practitioner, manager, and leader, as well as ... Read more