Right from Wrong

Name: Right from Wrong
Brand: Harper UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Jacob Dunne
ISBN: 9780008472139

Author: Jacob Dunne

Narrator: Jacob Dunne

Unabridged: 6 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperNorth

Published: 05/12/2022

Categories: Nonfiction, Law, Criminal Law, Self-help, Motivational & Inspirational, Social Science, Violence In Society, Biography & Autobiography, Memoirs, True Crime

Synopsis

A powerful story about hope, humanity, and the possibility of change The inspiration for James Graham's OIivier Award winning play PUNCH In 2011 Jacob Dunne threw a single punch that ended another man’s life. Sentenced to prison for manslaughter, he served fourteen months of a custodial sentence. On his release, he found himself homeless, unemployed and struggling to find a sense of purpose. But with the help of others, and with the encouragement of his victim’s parents, he managed to get his life back on track. Right From Wrong Jacob’s story is in some ways unique, but it is also reflective of the experiences of young working-class men and boys across the country. By reflecting on his story, he hopes he might help people to avoid the kind of mistakes he made. In the process he points to the societal reforms needed in order to avoid an endless cycle of criminality and hopelessness. Right From Wrong

About Jacob Dunne

Jacob Dunne served fourteen months in prison following his conviction for manslaughter in 2011. He has since developed a relationship with his victim’s parents through a Restorative Justice programme, and with their encouragement he has earned a first-class degree in criminology. He now spends his time mentoring and advising young people and prisoners on the perils of violence and how to turn their lives around.

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‘Part mea culpa, part love letter to his mother, and part manifesto on how to help children from difficult backgrounds to avoid the lifestyle he led. At its heart is the theme of restorative justice.’

‘Engaging… Dunne argues cogently, coherently and from experience that to have choices in life you also have to have chances.’

‘A split second becomes a defining moment for two families and the end of a man’s life. A much-needed burst of light in the dark meadow of time.’

‘A moving and unflinching account of an extraordinary journey. Jacob's astonishing bravery in looking inwards, as well as out towards society and its criminal justice system, is so admirable and beautifully done. It contains that rare thing in story about tragedy – genuine hope.’

‘A thoughtful and challenging read, full of the hard-earned wisdom of someone who has experienced the sharp end of the penal system. Unflinching in its ownership of wrongdoing, full to the brim of gratitude for those who gave him a second chance, this is not just a heartfelt memoir, but an important comment on punishment and rehabilitation, and a broken system that clearly needs overhauling.’

‘Captivating and insightful… surprisingly full of hope.’

'A page-turner that speaks to widespread concerns about youth violence and rehabilitation.’

‘This powerful and unflinching memoir is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand why hurt people hurt people. A must-read for anyone working in the criminal justice system.’

Reviews for James Graham's Punch…

★★★★★