Contrasts in Tolerance: Post-war Penal Policy in The Netherlands and England and Wales (Oxford Socio-Legal Studies)

By David Downes

The Dutch penal system has for many years been held up to the world for its humane and enlightened approach to the criminal offender. Providing an eye-opening examination of both the policy and practice of the Dutch prison system, Downs includes a fascinating comparison with prison systems in England and Wales.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 019825833X
• ISBN13: 9780198258339
• Release Date: April 1993
• Publisher: OUP Oxford
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"