Golding , Martin P. : City University of New York John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Summary
This book discusses some basic problems in legal philosophy, critically examining the major positions of philosophers
and jurists from Aristotle to Oliver Wendell Holmes.
Includes discussions by contemporary writers.
Introduces readers to main controversies in the field, offering current writings in the light of historical
perspectives.
Extensive bibliographical material provided.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
The Scope of Legal Philosophy.
Nature of Law: Problems.
Nature of Law: Theories.
Limits of Law.
Punishment: The Deterrence Theory.
Punishment: Retributivism.
Dispute Settling and Justice.
