description: In this second edition of an introduction to ideas and controversies that have arisen within law, philosophy, sociology, and criminology, Hudson (law, University of Central Lancashire) has added a new section on recent cultural studies of punishment and the phenomenon of mass imprisonment that has emerged in the US, and a new chapter on restorative justice. The book is suitable for courses in sociology, policy, law, and social work, and is distributed by Taylor &amp; Francis. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
language: English
title: Understanding Justice: An Introduction to Ideas, Perspectives and Controversies in Modern Penal Theory
titlecomplete: Understanding Justice: An Introduction to Ideas, Perspectives and Controversies in Modern Penal Theory (Crime and Justice Series)
ratings_count: 6
publisher: Open Univ Pr