The Prison: A Dialogue (1891) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437055788)

The Prison: A Dialogue is a book written by Henry Bennet Brewster in 1891. The book is a philosophical dialogue between two characters, a prisoner and a visitor, discussing the nature of imprisonment and its effects on the human psyche. The prisoner argues that imprisonment is a form of torture that leads to mental and physical deterioration, while the visitor argues that imprisonment is necessary for maintaining law and order. The dialogue explores themes such as justice, punishment, and the role of the state in regulating society. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition and the ethical dilemmas that arise from the use of imprisonment as a form of punishment. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, criminology, and the criminal justice system.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henry Bennet Brewster
ISBN-10: 1437055788
ISBN-13: 9781437055788
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 152
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.47lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.33d