The Science Of Penology: The Defense Of Society Against Crime (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548218792)

""The Science of Penology: The Defense of Society Against Crime"" by Henry Martyn Boies is a comprehensive study of the principles and practices of criminal justice and corrections. The book explores the historical development of penology, from ancient times to the modern era, and examines the theories and methods used to prevent and control crime.Boies discusses the role of law enforcement, the courts, and correctional institutions in the criminal justice system, and analyzes the effectiveness of various approaches to crime prevention and punishment. He also examines the social and psychological factors that contribute to criminal behavior, and the ways in which these factors can be addressed through rehabilitation and reintegration programs.Throughout the book, Boies emphasizes the importance of balancing the needs of society with the rights of individuals, and argues that effective penology requires a holistic approach that takes into account the complex interplay of social, economic, and psychological factors that contribute to crime. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the science of penology and the challenges facing modern criminal justice systems.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 Martyn Boies
ISBN-10: 054821879X
ISBN-13: 9780548218792
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 480
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d