9781858820613 - Executioner: Pierrepoint von Pierrepoint, Albert (3 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. First Edition. Frontispiece. Both the dust jacket and the boards are in near fine condition. Internally the pages are clean and complete. Presented in cellophane. The binding is excellent. GK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice older book in good condition. Pages in good condition. Pages excellent. DJ has some wear. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 2005, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Executioner Pierrepoint is a detailed account by Albert Pierrepoint, who served as one of Britain's most prominent executioners for twenty-five years, from 1931 to 1956. Throughout his tenure, the Pierrepoint family name consistently appeared on the official Home Office list of qualified executioners for Great Britain and Ireland, including the Irish Republic post-independence. The book documents the legacy of the Pierrepoint family, highlighting the roles of Henry Albert Pierrepoint, his brother Thomas William, and finally Albert himself, who became the Official Executioner in 1949.In this memoir, Pierrepoint offers insight into his experiences and methods, asserting that he executed his duties with a focus on humanity and dignity. His statement before the Royal Commission on Capital Punishment reveals his belief that he administered a humane approach to capital punishment, a conviction that shaped his professional life. He also trained other nations to adopt the British execution system, viewing his work as a historical responsibility rather than a source of pride. Notably, he acknowledges the gravity of his role, reflecting on the weight of carrying out judicial sentences.Executioner Pierrepoint serves as a poignant exploration of the complexities and moral dilemmas surrounding capital punishment, viewed through the eyes of a man intimately connected to its practice. Pierrepoint's narrative invites readers to contemplate the implications of executing justice, making the book a significant contribution to discussions about the ethics of the death penalty.