The Penal System: An IntroductionPraise for the First Edition: `A marvelous British text-reference that comprehensively introduces the penal system in England and Wales, not only for students and practitioners, but for all who are increasingly concerned about the morality and the future of penal systems worldwide' - Reference and Research Book News The Third Edition of this highly successful textbook provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the penal system of England and Wales. Now fully revised and updated it includes an examination of the direction of penal policy under New Labour. The book: -offers an overview of all aspects of punishment and the penal system -provides an analyses of the theories which purport to justify and explain the practice of punishment - critically examines the so-called 'penal crisis' and offers a programme for radical reform -draws comparisons between the English penal system and others from around the world. -now includes a self-study guide, directing the reader to useful websites |
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An Introduction Michael Cavadino, James Dignan. Home Office ( 1981a ) Criminal Statistics , England and Wales 1980 , Cmnd 8668. London : HMSO . Home Office ... Home Office . - Home Office ( 1994c ) Monitoring of the Criminal 370 REFERENCES.
An Introduction Michael Cavadino, James Dignan. - Home Office ( 1994c ) Monitoring of the Criminal Justice Acts 1991 and 1993 – Results from a Special Data ... Home Office . Home Office , Department of Health and Welsh Office ( REFERENCES ...
An Introduction Michael Cavadino, James Dignan. Home Office , Department of Health and Welsh Office ( 1995 ) National Standards for the Supervision of Offenders in the Community . London : Home Office . Home Office , Department of Health ...
Contents
Justifying Punishment | 33 |
Explaining Punishment | 62 |
the Crux of the Crisis | 81 |
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