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Law - Harsh Justice: Criminal Punishment and the Widening Divide between America and Europe

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Book Synopsis: Criminal punishment in America is harsh and degrading--more so than anywhere else in the liberal west. Executions and long prison terms are commonplace in America. Countries like France and Germany, by contrast, are systematically mild. European offenders are rarely sent to prison, and when they are, they serve far shorter terms than their American counterparts. Why is America so comparatively harsh? In this novel work of comparative legal history, James Whitman argues that the answer lies in America's triumphant embrace of a non-hierarchical social system and distrust of state power which have contributed to a law of punishment that is more willing to degrade offenders.

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Discover the shocking truth behind criminal punishment in America with "Harsh Justice: Criminal Punishment and the Widening Divide between America and Europe" book! Uncover the reasons why the U.S. leads in harsh and degrading punishments compared to European countries like France and Germany. Let James Whitman guide you through this eye-opening comparative legal history to understand America's unique approach to punishment.

Experience a riveting exploration of the factors that have shaped America's punitive system with this groundbreaking book. Dive into the differences between the U.S. and Europe's attitudes towards criminal justice and discover how societal beliefs and historical context have influenced laws surrounding punishment. Gain a deeper insight into why American offenders face longer prison terms and executions compared to their European counterparts.

Immerse yourself in the thought-provoking analysis presented by James Whitman in "Harsh Justice." Gain a new perspective on the role of hierarchy, social structures, and state power in shaping the legal landscape of punishment. Challenge your understanding of justice and explore the complexities of America's legal system in contrast to Europe's more lenient approaches.

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