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

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

Paperback (30 Sep 1997)

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Publisher's Synopsis

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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781872870472
Publisher: Waterside
Imprint: Waterside
Pub date:
DEWEY: 364.660941
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 287
Weight: 390g
Height: 216mm
Width: 149mm
Spine width: 18mm