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The book tackles the contentious issues surrounding capital punishment, questioning its fairness, deterrent effect on crime, and the potential for wrongful executions. Austin Sarat presents a compelling argument for abolishing the death penalty, asserting that it threatens the foundations of a democratic society. Through a passionate discourse, he aims to shift the conversation on this critical topic, highlighting the moral and societal implications of maintaining capital punishment in America.
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When the State Kills, Austin Sarat
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- Released
- 2002
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- Title
- When the State Kills
- Subtitle
- Capital Punishment and the American Condition
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Austin Sarat
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2002
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9780691102610
- Category
- Legal literature
- Description
- The book tackles the contentious issues surrounding capital punishment, questioning its fairness, deterrent effect on crime, and the potential for wrongful executions. Austin Sarat presents a compelling argument for abolishing the death penalty, asserting that it threatens the foundations of a democratic society. Through a passionate discourse, he aims to shift the conversation on this critical topic, highlighting the moral and societal implications of maintaining capital punishment in America.