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From the halls of justice to the grim cells of death row, journalist David von Drehle takes us into the harrowing world of the ultimate punishment. This work of profound insight and stark vision sheds a light on the deepest, darkest realm, as it examines the legal, political, and personal struggles of those on death row. The book is as acclaimed as one of the most powerful books ever written about crime and punishment in America, and is sure to shock both the reader and the system.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Politics & Government/Public Policy
Authors: David von Drehle
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