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Exploring the concepts of retaliation and redemption, this work delves into the law of the talion, emphasizing the serious implications of an eye for an eye. It redefines value through the lens of bodily harm, suggesting that bodies and body parts serve as fundamental units of currency. The book presents a grounded theory of justice that balances toughness with respect, arguing that true justice often involves a careful measurement of worth and honor among individuals.
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Eye for an Eye, William Ian Miller
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- Title
- Eye for an Eye
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Ian Miller
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Publisher
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 282
- ISBN13
- 9780521704670
- Category
- Legal literature
- Description
- Exploring the concepts of retaliation and redemption, this work delves into the law of the talion, emphasizing the serious implications of an eye for an eye. It redefines value through the lens of bodily harm, suggesting that bodies and body parts serve as fundamental units of currency. The book presents a grounded theory of justice that balances toughness with respect, arguing that true justice often involves a careful measurement of worth and honor among individuals.