The Principles Of Punishment As Applied In The Administration Of The Criminal Law By Judges And Magistrates (1877)

The Principles of Punishment: As Applied in the Administration of the Criminal Law by Judges and Magistrates is a book written by Edward William Cox in 1877. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles of punishment as they are applied in the administration of criminal law by judges and magistrates. The author explores the different theories of punishment, including retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation, and examines how these theories have been applied in practice throughout history. The book also covers the different types of punishment, including fines, imprisonment, and capital punishment, and discusses the factors that judges and magistrates consider when determining an appropriate sentence. The Principles of Punishment is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of criminal law and punishment.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.