German Idealism and the Concept of Punishment |
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| Author:
| Merle, Jean-Christophe |
| Series title: | Modern European Philosophy Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-88684-0 |
| Publication Date: | May 2009 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $105.95 |
Book Description:
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This original study examines the views of Kant, Fichte and Hegel on punishment, and traces in their work the gradual emergence of views in favour of deterrence and resocialisation. Merle also examines Nietzsche's view that morality rests on the rejection of retribution.
This original study examines the views of Kant, Fichte and Hegel on punishment, and traces in their work the gradual emergence of views in favour of deterrence and resocialisation. Merle also examines Nietzsche's view that morality rests on the rejection of retribution.