A Restorative Justice Reader brings together carefully chosen extracts from the most important and influential contributions to the literature of restorative justice, accompanying these with an informative commentary providing context and explanation. It includes works by both well known advocates of restorative justice and by some of the key critics of the restorative justice movement.

The new edition has been thoroughly revised to take account of the rapid expansion of the literature of restorative justice over the last decade. Classical readings are accompanied by more recent literature representing the most significant contributions to research, discussion and debate concerning restorative justice.

About the Author

Gerry Johnstone is Professor of Law and Research Director at the University of Hull.

Reviews

Whether you are new to restorative justice or not, this second edition of Johnstone's Reader is a fantastic and valuable resource. It has many new selections from varied perspectives, and showcases restorative justice as a dynamic, evolving, and serious field of scholarship and practice.

Kathleen Daly, Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University

Gerry Johnstone has prepared an excellent collection of texts on restorative justice that is an indispensable resource to students of restorative justice throughout the world. This edition is not merely updated from his excellent first edition but includes important new material from recent research and writing as well. This is an invaluable addition to any collection on the topic.

Daniel W. Van Ness, executive director of the Centre for Justice and Reconciliation at Prison Fellowship International.

Book Information
ISBN 9780415672344
Author Gerry Johnstone
Format Paperback
Page Count 480
Imprint Focal Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 816g