Capital Punishment

by Ron Fridell

Describes the capital punishment system in the United States and efforts to make it more just and humane, and examines the positions of supporters and opponents of the death penalty.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761415874
• ISBN13: 9780761415879
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grade 8

Customer Reviews

Informing the Debate

The words Òcapital punishmentÓ spark debate, but a good debate needs to be informed debate. Ron FridellÕs well-researched book ÒCapital PunishmentÓ might change your mind or strengthen your position, but either way you will be better informed about this hot-button issue. Through history, true crime cases, and clearly presented pro and con arguments, Fridell leaves legal and moral judgments to the reader, who after reading this book will be better prepared to enter the debate.