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This book of essays from leading authorities in the field of restorative justice was assembled from papers and discussions at the Fourth International Conference on Restorative Justice for Juveniles – “Restorative Justice as a Challenge for the New Millennium.” The conference was held in Tübingen, Germany, 1-4 October 2000.

Weitekamp, Elmar G. M., and Hans-Jürgen Kerner, ed. 2002. Devon, UK: Willan Publishing.
 
Reviewed by Gregory Strong



This book of essays from leading authorities in the field of restorative justice was assembled from papers and discussions at the Fourth International Conference on Restorative Justice for Juveniles – “Restorative Justice as a Challenge for the New Millenium.” The conference was held in Tübingen, Germany, 1-4 October 2000.

The purpose of the book is to explore theoretical foundations underlying and shaping restorative justice principles, practices, and future directions. The chapters cover a wide range of fundamental questions about the core essence of restorative justice, conceptual pitfalls, and the potential for integrating traditional models of peacemaking and healing into modern justice systems. The book includes biographical notes on the contributors (who come chiefly from Europe, North America, Australia, and New Zealand), a list of figures and tables in each chapter, and a detailed index.

 

Chapter Summaries:

The Shape of Things to Come

Journey to Belonging

Restorative Justice and the Politics of Decolonization

Justified Criticism, Misunderstanding, or Important Steps on the Road to Acceptance?

From Community to Dominion

Deconstructing Restoration

Restorative Justice Theory Validation

Restorative Justice and the Future of Diversion and Informal Social Control

Restorative Conferencing for Juveniles in the United States

Restorative Justice for Children


From the "Sword" to Dialogue


Punishment, Guilt,  and Spirit in Restorative Justice

The Role of Shame, Guilt, and Remorse in Restorative Justice Processes for Young People

Peacemaking and Community Harmony

From Philosophical Abstraction to Restorative Action

Restorative Justice: Present Prospects and Future Directions


  

March  2003
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