Ernest Van Den Haag
The Death Penalty: A Debate
- ISBN 13:
- 9780306414169
- author:
- Ernest Van Den Haag
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Springer
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1983
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 14.5 x 1.9 x 20.8 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Law & Disorder
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Death Penalty: A Debate by Ernest Van den Haag and John Phillips is a thought-provoking exploration of one of the most contentious issues in American law. In 1965, a virtual moratorium on executions was imposed due to lengthy legal challenges, but the Supreme Court's subsequent decision has left the debate unresolved. The book examines the controversy surrounding capital punishment, highlighting the ongoing struggle between those who advocate for its abolition and those who support its imposition. The authors consider the role of legislatures, executives, and the judiciary in shaping the death penalty, as well as public opinion on the matter. This book provides a timely and nuanced analysis of the death penalty debate, offering insights into the complex issues surrounding this contentious topic.
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