Hitchens, Peter
The Abolition of Liberty: The Decline of Order and Justice in England
- ISBN 13:
- 9781843541493
- author:
- Hitchens, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Atlantic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 130 mm X 200 mm
- Genre:
- Human rights
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Abolition of Liberty: The Decline of Order and Justice in England by Peter Hitchens In this thought-provoking book, Peter Hitchens argues that our current approaches to law and order are failing to reduce crime while threatening the personal freedoms of the peaceable majority. He contends that we must choose between protecting the rights of wrongdoers and preserving the liberty of all. Hitchens presents a compelling case for a more nuanced approach to justice, one that balances individual freedoms with a need for public safety. His ideas challenge prevailing assumptions about human rights and the role of government in maintaining social order. A timely and important contribution to the debate on law and order, The Abolition of Liberty is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of modern justice.