This study explores the different ways people view the law. It identifies three common narratives: one is based on the idea of the law as magisterial and remote; another views the law as a game to be played; and a third narrative describes the law as an arbitrary power to be actively resisted.
Exploring the intersection of literature and law, this collection of essays delves into the societal implications of punishment in the United States. Drawing on sources from the Gospel of Matthew to US Supreme Court justices, it examines how the approach to punishment reflects deeper truths about societal values and character. The essays contribute to ongoing discussions regarding the purposes and meanings of punishment, offering insights into its role within the American legal and cultural landscape.