Foundations of Criminal Law

"Featuring 48 tightly edited essays by leading legal scholars, philosophers, and social scientists, Foundations of Criminal Law is a comprehensive examination of the foundational elements of liability. The selections range in approach from classical to contemporary and cover such topics as theories of punishment, mental states, causation, justification and excuse and sentencing. A general introduction precedes each section, and each essay is followed by notes and questions designed to encourage readers to think analytically about the issues it raises. Unique in the depth and sophistication of its coverage, this collection makes an excellent text for courses in criminal law, legal philosophy, and jurisprudence"--Unedited summary from book cover.