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Dei delitte e delle pene

tr. from the Italian
Pages
191
Published
1798
Language
English

Synopsis

Cesare Beccaria's "On Crimes and Punishments" is a foundational text in criminal justice reform. It argues against torture and the death penalty, advocating for a more rational and humane approach to law. This influential work shaped modern legal thought and continues to be relevant in discussions about justice.

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Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (1)
Violence

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