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The Ethics of Proportionate Punishment

A Critical Investigation

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  • 222 pages
  • 8 hours of reading

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The book delves into the historical and philosophical discourse surrounding state punishment, emphasizing the ethical dilemmas associated with inflicting suffering on citizens. It highlights the longstanding concern among philosophers regarding the justification of penal systems, viewing it as a central issue in the study of punishment. While the justification of punishment has received significant attention, the specifics of how and to what extent offenders should be punished have been comparatively overlooked, prompting further exploration into these critical aspects of ethical reflection.

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The Ethics of Proportionate Punishment, Jesper Ryberg

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2005
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