Understanding Justice: An Introduction to Ideas, Perspectives and Controversies in Modern Penal Theory (Crime and Justice Series)

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 & Francis. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)