Publisher's Synopsis
Panopticon: Or The Inspection House is a book written by Jeremy Bentham and published in 1791. The book describes a theoretical prison design known as the Panopticon, which consists of a circular building with a central watchtower that allows a single observer to monitor all the prisoners without them knowing whether or not they are being watched. The design was intended to create a sense of constant surveillance and discipline among the prisoners, while also reducing the need for physical punishment. Bentham believed that the Panopticon could be applied to other institutions, such as schools and hospitals, to improve efficiency and control. The book also discusses Bentham's ideas on social reform and the role of government in promoting the greatest happiness for the greatest number of people. Overall, Panopticon: Or The Inspection House is a seminal work in the field of social and political philosophy, and continues to be studied and debated by scholars today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
