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Hanging in the Balance - A History of the Abolition of Capital Punishment in Britain

by John Hostettler, Brian Block
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Hanging in the Balance - A History of the Abolition of Capital Punishment in Britain - Thryft

Evolution of British justice, capital punishment's end.

If you're intrigued by legal history and societal shifts, "Hanging In The Balance" offers a compelling read into the journey of how Britain slowly turned against the death penalty. You'll delve into the interplay of morality, law, and politics, shedding light on the transformation of a nation's approach to justice.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Hanging in the Balance - A History of the Abolition of Capital Punishment in Britain

by John Hostettler, Brian Block
$10.71 $6.90 36% off
ISBN: 9781872870472
Authors: John Hostettler, Brian Block
Publisher: Waterside Press
Date of Publication: 1997-09-30
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Politics, Law
Related Topics: Social Justice, History, American History, Political Science, Politics, European History, Government
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Hanging in the Balance traces the history of capital punishment in the United Kingdom from ancient times to the modern day, through periods of reform until hanging for murder was finally abolished by Parliament in 1969. It describes in detail the Parliamentary and public debates, and notes the stance taken by organizations and individuals, including the tenacious and persistent Sydney Silverman MP. The book collates data and references not previously brought together in one place, exploring the underlying issues and the recurring arguments about deterrence, retribution, and expediency. Lord Callaghan, who was Home Secretary at the time of abolition, expressed strong personal feelings concerning the death penalty from the time he entered Parliament in 1945. The book's closing chapters record how his insistence that abolition should become permanent ultimately overcame the still considerable opposition. Capital punishment was finally abolished in 1999 throughout the UK, though for all practical purposes, this had already happened in 1969 when the Murder (Abolition of Death Penalty) Act 1965 was made fully effective following a trial period. 'A masterwork': Justice of the Peace.
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Evolution of British justice, capital punishment's end.

If you're intrigued by legal history and societal shifts, "Hanging In The Balance" offers a compelling read into the journey of how Britain slowly turned against the death penalty. You'll delve into the interplay of morality, law, and politics, shedding light on the transformation of a nation's approach to justice.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.