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Hung, Drawn and Quartered by Jonathan J. Moore

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Hung, Drawn and Quartered by Jonathan J. Moore

A dark and thought-provoking history of execution, capital punishment and the changing relationship between justice, authority and public spectacle.

From Dad's Collection

This copy comes from my dad's personal collection. Dad was an actor and scriptwriter with a genuine interest in the darker chapters of history, particularly the ways societies exercised authority and justified punishment. He was drawn to books that examined difficult subjects seriously and asked what systems of justice reveal about the cultures that created them. His collection remains an important part of Kate's Treasures15, with each book now looking for a new home where it can continue to be read and appreciated.

Written by Jonathan J. Moore, Hung, Drawn and Quartered: The Story of Execution Through the Ages examines capital punishment from the ancient world through to more modern periods.

The book considers how methods of execution developed alongside political authority, religious belief, legal systems and public opinion, revealing how punishment could be used not only to take a life but also to demonstrate control and communicate the power of the state.

An unsettling but informative read for those interested in criminal justice, legal history, social control and the darker aspects of civilisation.

About This Book

Format
Paperback

Author
Jonathan J. Moore

Publisher
New Burlington

Language
English

Subjects
Execution, Punishment & Criminal Justice

Focus
Capital Punishment & State Authority

Historical Scope
Ancient to Modern History

Reader Interest
Dark, Legal & Social History

Condition

Pre-owned and in good overall condition. The cover shows general wear from storage and handling. The pages are clean, the spine remains intact and the book is fully readable throughout. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.

Arya's Approval

This is less about gruesome methods for their own sake and more about what punishment reveals about power, justice and the values of different societies. Disturbing in places, but historically revealing.

★★★★★ 5 Paws from Arya

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Sent by Royal Mail Tracked 48.

Historical Content Information

This book discusses execution, capital punishment, physical violence and other disturbing historical practices.

Some descriptions or illustrations may be unsuitable for younger or sensitive readers. The material is presented for historical and educational study.

Pre-Owned Book Information

This is a pre-owned book from a personal collection. Covers, page edges and bindings may show signs of age, storage and previous handling.

Every effort has been made to describe its condition accurately. Please examine the photographs alongside the written condition description before ordering.

Questions before ordering? Email: contact@katestreasures15.co.uk