James Anson Farrer
Explore the groundbreaking treatise that shaped modern legal thought with 'Crimes and Punishments, Including a New Translation of Beccaria’s ’Dei Delitti e delle Pene.’' This essential volume, prepared by James Anson Farrer, delves into the critical subject of law reform, offering a fresh perspective on crime and punishment.At its heart lies a new translation of Cesare Beccaria’s seminal work, 'Dei Delitti e delle Pene,' a cornerstone of legal history. Beccaria’s arguments against torture and capital punishment, and in favor of proportionality in sentencing, sparked significant debate and influenced legal systems worldwide.This book provides invaluable insight into the historical context surrounding Beccaria’s ideas, making it an indispensable resource for anyone interested in jurisprudence, criminal law, and the evolution of legal thought. A timeless exploration of justice and the principles that should govern the administration of law.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
