The Sanctity Of Life And The Criminal Law

The Sanctity of Life and the Criminal Law is a book written by Glanville Williams, a renowned legal scholar and philosopher. The book explores the complex relationship between the sanctity of human life and criminal law. Williams argues that the sanctity of life is a fundamental principle that underpins the criminal justice system and that this principle should inform the way in which criminal law is applied.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the death penalty, euthanasia, abortion, and the treatment of prisoners. Williams examines the ethical and legal implications of these issues, drawing on a range of philosophical and legal traditions.One of the key arguments of the book is that the sanctity of life should be the guiding principle in the application of criminal law. This means that the state should not be permitted to take human life except in the most extreme circumstances, such as in cases of self-defense or in the defense of others.The book also explores the implications of the sanctity of life for other areas of criminal law, such as the treatment of prisoners and the use of force by law enforcement officers. Williams argues that the state has a duty to respect the dignity and autonomy of all individuals, even those who have committed crimes.Overall, The Sanctity of Life and the Criminal Law is a thought-provoking and insightful book that will be of interest to anyone interested in the intersection of ethics, law, and philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.