The Principles Of Punishment : Kessinger Publishing : 9781437301908 : 1437301908 : 26 Nov 2008 : ""The Principles of Punishment: As Applied in the Administration of the Criminal Law by Judges and Magistrates"" is a book written by Edward William Cox and published in 1877. The book explores the principles of punishment in the context of criminal law, specifically how judges and magistrates apply these principles in their roles as administrators of justice. Cox examines the various theories of punishment, including retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation, and discusses the practical considerations that must be taken into account when determining an appropriate punishment for a particular crime. He also examines the role of the judiciary in the criminal justice system and the various factors that judges and magistrates must consider when sentencing offenders. This book provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the principles of punishment in the context of criminal law and i