1/ on crime and punishment
Publishing House: China Encyclopedia Publishing House
Douban score: 9.2
Introduction:
Beccaria, the "father of criminal law", is a classic, though short in length, with far-reaching influence. This book was first published in 1764, and it is the first book in human history to systematically expound the principle of punishment.
This book is regarded as one of the most important classics in the field of criminal law, which has led countless jurists to open the door to criminal law and even legal thought.
2/ To Kill a Mockingbird
Publishing House: Yilin Publishing House
Douban score: 9.2
Introduction:
To Kill a Mockingbird is a recognized classic of American literature, a must-read book for American primary and secondary schools, and the most frequently borrowed book in libraries. Its influence in the western world can even rival that of the Bible.
The author records the problems in American history from a racist perspective, exposes the dark side of American legal system, and expresses her uncompromising attitude towards darkness through Adikash's mouth: "We can't give up fighting for victory just because we were defeated in the past 100."
3/ Strange cave case
Publishing House: Life Reading Xinzhi Sanlian Bookstore
Douban score: 9. 1
Introduction:
Five cave explorers were trapped in the cave, and all the water and food were used up. In order to survive and be rescued, everyone agreed to draw lots to eat one of them. Witmore was an original supporter of the plan, but he withdrew his opinion before the draw. The other four people still insisted on drawing lots, and only chose whitmore as the victim. After being rescued, the four men were charged with murder and sentenced to be hanged by the court of first instance.
Because of the special circumstances of this case, the judges argued. Every judge has given completely different opinions and reasons about whether the defendant should be convicted, and the process of this debate has also concretely and richly demonstrated the diversity and speculative charm of western legal philosophy.
4 plea of not guilty
Publishing House: Tsinghua University Publishing House
Douban score: 8.9
Introduction:
This book records several landmark cases in the author's practice experience in the narrative way of lawyer's notes. These selected cases, from accepting entrustment to the end of defense, objectively restored the living conditions of criminal defense lawyers.
This book is enough to make you cry. If you plan to be a criminal defense lawyer in the future, you must read it.
5/ "Sweep the fallen leaves for the winter"
Publishing House: Life Reading Xinzhi Sanlian Bookstore
Douban score: 8.6
Introduction:
This book is divided into five series: the first series is an American historical story; The second series is a story about the legislative rules of a country ruled by law; The third series tells the judicial process of some specific cases; The fourth series mainly tells the evil consequences of "intolerance" through the stories of monks, workhouses and Auschwitz concentration camps; The fifth series is the author's random thoughts on reading.
The stories of the five series of articles are very strong, not only the plot is ups and downs, but also the connotation is profound, so it is not difficult for readers to feel the power of thought in easy reading.
6/ "Why is the trial unfair?"
Publishing House: Xinxing Publishing House
Douban score: 8.3
Introduction:
Through many interesting popular historical stories, this book clearly traces the development history of criminal trial, and shows how the defects of past trials stubbornly appear in the present with a broad historical lens.
Explain how long it took the judicial trial system to reach its present height, so that readers can gain moral and political insight and better understand today's unsettled times.
7/ "What will happen to the legal person tomorrow"
Publishing House: Peking University Publishing House
Douban score: 8.2
Introduction:
Richard. Suskind predicted a future world of legal services, including virtual courts, global law firms based on the Internet, broad legal market, large-scale commercialization and outsourcing of legal services, simulated legal practice based on web pages and brand-new job opportunities.
This book is written for those lawyers who are interested in the future and all readers who are looking forward to the modernization of the legal system, and provides far-sighted and down-to-earth guidance for professionals engaged in legal services.
8 Visible justice
Publishing House: Peking University Publishing House
Douban score: 8. 1
Introduction:
At the moment when "procedural justice" has become a popular discourse, the author explains the true connotation of "procedural justice" in fluent language, which can be said to be a popularization of legal theory knowledge to society.
The legal aphorisms told in the book are very infectious, refreshing at first reading, and benefiting a lot from careful reading.
This book is not only a must-read for law students and practitioners, but also the first choice for ordinary readers interested in law.
9/ The Gate of Law
Publishing House: Peking University Publishing House
Douban score: 8.0
Introduction:
The Gate of Law is one of the authors of the classic American law textbook The Gate of Law. De Enrico and Deng Zibin, the Chinese translation of the original book, were specially adapted for readers in China.
The purpose of this book is to show the legal process in the United States, not only by description, but also by exposing readers to the arguments that come and go, and emphasizing the importance of legal discourse. It simulates the actual operation of American legal procedure and opens the door to law and society.
10/ tram problem
Publishing House: Peking University Publishing House
Douban score: 8.0
Introduction:
This book fictionalizes an event that conforms to the situation of "tram puzzle" and the subsequent trial. Prosecutors, judges, defendants, victims' families, juries, lawyers, media, university teachers and students, TV viewers, forum users and other people from all walks of life appeared one after another to express their opinions, and a fierce ideological collision began.
This is a book suitable for reading and discussing with others. Everyone's choice has a reason, but everyone can't convince another person. Behind every choice, there are arguments between law schools.
"How to stone, blunt for the benefit. The law is based on embarrassment and turns fools into wisdom. " Seeing the world from the shoulders of legal experts can sharpen our minds and make us grow steadily.
The road to learning the law is long and arduous. May these books accompany you and give you spiritual strength.