Dead Man Walking - Examining the Death Penalty in America

Daniel Zaborowski

Sinossi

"Dead Man Walking: Examining the Death Penalty in America" is a comprehensive analysis of the death penalty in the United States. Written by Sister Helen Prejean, a Catholic nun who has worked with death row inmates for over 30 years, the book covers the history of the death penalty in America, the legal and ethical debates surrounding it, and real-life cases that highlight the flaws and injustices of the system.
The book is organized into 20 chapters, covering topics such as the arguments for and against the death penalty, the role of the Supreme Court in death penalty cases, racial disparities in the application of the death penalty, and the use of the death penalty for juvenile offenders and individuals with mental illness. Each chapter also includes a real-life case study that illustrates the issues discussed in that chapter.
The book examines the death penalty from various perspectives, including legal, ethical, religious, and social. It explores the impact of the death penalty on victims' families, the flaws in the criminal justice system that affect death penalty cases, and the implications of public opinion on the future of the death penalty.
Overall, "Dead Man Walking" is a thought-provoking and informative read that challenges readers to examine their beliefs about the death penalty and consider alternatives to it. It offers a nuanced understanding of the complexities and controversies surrounding the death penalty, and encourages readers to engage in the ongoing debate and work towards a more just criminal justice system.

Disponibile da: 18/07/2023.

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