Description
An introductory textbook on penology covering a broad, holistic and contemporary account of the penal system. Integrating coverage of theory, policy and practice, and providing comparisons to penal systems around the world, this is the ideal companion to the penal system in England and Wales.
About the Author
Karen Harrison is Professor of Law and Penal Justice, University of Lincoln, UK. Karen has been teaching criminology and penology in Law Schools for almost 20 years. Her specialist areas of research expertise are dangerous and sexual offences and offenders.
Reviews
Karen Harrison presents a lucid and distinctive account of the major debates in penology. The book illustrates the diversity of disposals society imposes on those who offend. However, by drawing on best practice in the UK and elsewhere, readers are reminded that there are alternatives and that these may prove more effective and more humane. Students reading this work will come away informed and challenged. * Gavin Dingwall, De Montfort University, UK *
This book is an important text for those studying punishment. Looking at penology beyond imprisonment alone, the content of this book appropriately deals with penal theory and practice within the wider context of the criminal justice system as a whole. A welcome contribution is the writer's encouragement of readers to think and question for themselves throughout, providing a very useful source for educators and students. * Helen Nichols, University of Lincoln, UK *
Book Information
ISBN 9781137607836
Author Karen Harrison
Format Paperback
Page Count 328
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 481g