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Hanging in the Balance: a History of the Abolition of Capital Punishment in Britain
Brian P. Block
Hanging in the Balance: a History of the Abolition of Capital Punishment in Britain
Brian P. Block
Traces the history of capital punishment in the United Kingdom from ancient times to periods of reform until hanging for murder was finally abolished by Parliament in 1969. This book describes the Parliamentary and public debates, and notes the stance taken by organizations and individuals.
288 pages, black & white illustrations
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | September 30, 1997 |
ISBN13 | 9781872870472 |
Publishers | Waterside Press |
Pages | 288 |
Dimensions | 149 × 216 × 18 mm · 385 g |
Language | English |