Capital Punishment by Charles Kingsley
Capital Punishment is a novel written by Charles Kingsley that was published in 1852. The book explores the themes of morality, justice, and human nature through the story of a man named John Bold who is sentenced to death for murdering his wife. Throughout the novel, Kingsley examines the arguments for and against capital punishment and presents a nuanced view on the issue. The book has been widely praised for its thought-provoking content and its exploration of complex moral questions.
By Charles Kingsley · First published 1878 · Genre: Philosophical Essay, Religious, Sociopolitical · 4,123 words
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Eversley. Quinquagesima Sunday, 1872.
Genesis ix. 1, 3, 4, 5, 6. "And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth. Every moving thing that liveth shall be meat for you. But flesh with the life thereof, which is the blood thereof, shall ye not eat. And surely your blood of your lives will I require: at the hand of every beast will I require it, and at the hand of man; at the hand of every man's brother will I require the life of man. Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed: for in the image of God made he man. "
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- Work type: Speech
- Author: Charles Kingsley
- Date: 1878 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophical Essay, Religious, Sociopolitical, Moral Philosophy, Historical
- Length: 4,123 words
- Structure: 1 section, 27 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Philosophical Essay — The book explores deep moral and ethical questions surrounding capital punishment, reflecting on the nature of humanity and divine justice.
- Religious — The text is heavily rooted in Christian theology, discussing the implications of being made in the image of God and the moral responsibilities that arise from it.
- Sociopolitical — It addresses societal views on justice and punishment, particularly the debate surrounding capital punishment and its moral implications.
- Moral Philosophy — The work engages with concepts of right and wrong, justice, and the moral duties of individuals and society.
Tags
justice · morality · crime · punishment · law · society · ethics · capital punishment · death penalty · human rights · retribution · deterrence