Philosophical Perspectives on Punishment

<p><b>Historical and contemporary philosophical writings on punishment.</b></p><p>Bringing together classic and contemporary texts this collection considers general philosophical concepts about and justifications for punishment along with particular issues such as the death penalty and possible alternatives to punishment. New to the second edition are sections on prison labor solitary confinement and issues relating to the punishment of people of color women and the poor. Drawing from philosophy law literature and activism Gertrude Ezorsky provides a comprehensive and up-to-date account of the philosophical issues underlying and growing out of punishment.</p>