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Essay on Crimes and Punishments

Cesare Beccaria

Essay on Crimes and Punishments

Essay on Crimes and Punishments

Cesare Beccaria

Essay on Crimes and Punishments, written by Cesare Beccaria in 1764, critiques the justice system's use of disproportionate penalties, torture, and the death penalty. This influential work is considered a hallmark of the Enlightenment era in Milan and has significantly impacted legal reform in Britain, America, and France. The text includes an anonymous commentary attributed to Voltaire, further enhancing its significance in discussions of justice and human rights.

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