Punishment in America a reference handbook
Title:
Punishment in America a reference handbook
Author:
Banks, Cyndi.
ISBN:
9781851096817
9781851096763
9781280712968
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Publication Information:
Santa Barbara, Calif. : ABC-CLIO, c2005.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (1 v.)
Series:
Contemporary world issues
Contemporary world issues.
Contents:
The history of punishment in America -- Problems, controversies, and solutions -- Worldwide perspective -- Chronology -- Biographical sketches -- Facts and data -- Agencies and organizations -- Print and nonprint resources.
Abstract:
From the Salem witch trials to death row, an analysis of the evolution of punishment practices, policies, and problems in America.
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Electronic Access:
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