The Immorality of Punishment by Michael J. Zimmerman

by Michael J. Zimmerman

In The Immorality of Punishment Michael Zimmerman argues forcefully that not only our current practice but indeed any practice of legal punishment is deeply morally repugnant, no matter how vile the behaviour that is its target. Despite the fact that it may be difficult to imagine a state functioning at all, let alone well, without having recourse to punishing those who break its laws, Zimmerman makes a timely and compelling case for the view that we must seek and put into practice alternative means of preventing crime and promoting social stability.

Genres: Philosophy

Paperback

First published April 20, 2011

Reviews

[Jonny · Rating 4 out of 5]

good thought provoking arguments