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Discover the chilling world of **Execution**, a compelling exploration of judicial punishment that delves into the darkest corners of human history. Authored by Geoffrey Abbott and published by Summersdale Publishers, this haunting paperback spans 416 pages, offering a uniquely engrossing read. With dimensions of 129 x 198 mm, it's perfect for gripping your imagination wherever you go.
In **Execution**, Abbott takes you through a grotesquely fascinating account of execution methods used globally throughout the ages. From harrowing practices like death by cannibalism and being sewn into an animal's belly, to the infamous practice of a thousand cuts, the book covers a wide array of macabre topics. Written with dark humor, it details the gruesome instruments of death and their chilling effectiveness.
Not only does the book reveal the cruel techniques and their historical significance, but it also uncovers the macabre roots of phrases like 'gone west' and 'drawn a blank', alongside the grim jargon from the underbelly of society. Whether you're a history buff, a fan of true crime, or simply curious about the darker aspects of human behavior, **Execution** is a must-read that poses questions you never thought to ask and answers those you'd rather not consider.
This last stock edition of **Execution** is an essential addition for collectors of unusual history books and those intrigued by the art of punishment and its representation in society. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of dark literary art.
Author: Geoffrey Abbott Publisher: Summersdale Publishers
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 129 x 198 mm
Pages: 416
Publication Date: 05-09-2012
Execution is a gruesomely fascinating account of methods of judicial execution from around the world and through the ages, and includes such hair-raising categories as death by cannibalism, being sewn into an animal's belly and a thousand cuts. In his own darkly humorous style, Geoffrey Abbott describes the instruments used and their effectiveness, and reveals the macabre origins of familiar phrases such as 'gone west' or 'drawn a blank', as well as the jargon of the underworld.
From the preparation of the victim to the disposal of the body, "Execution" answers all the questions you are ever likely to ask, and some you would never want to imagine.
In **Execution**, Abbott takes you through a grotesquely fascinating account of execution methods used globally throughout the ages. From harrowing practices like death by cannibalism and being sewn into an animal's belly, to the infamous practice of a thousand cuts, the book covers a wide array of macabre topics. Written with dark humor, it details the gruesome instruments of death and their chilling effectiveness.
Not only does the book reveal the cruel techniques and their historical significance, but it also uncovers the macabre roots of phrases like 'gone west' and 'drawn a blank', alongside the grim jargon from the underbelly of society. Whether you're a history buff, a fan of true crime, or simply curious about the darker aspects of human behavior, **Execution** is a must-read that poses questions you never thought to ask and answers those you'd rather not consider.
This last stock edition of **Execution** is an essential addition for collectors of unusual history books and those intrigued by the art of punishment and its representation in society. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of dark literary art.
Author: Geoffrey Abbott Publisher: Summersdale Publishers
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 129 x 198 mm
Pages: 416
Publication Date: 05-09-2012
Execution is a gruesomely fascinating account of methods of judicial execution from around the world and through the ages, and includes such hair-raising categories as death by cannibalism, being sewn into an animal's belly and a thousand cuts. In his own darkly humorous style, Geoffrey Abbott describes the instruments used and their effectiveness, and reveals the macabre origins of familiar phrases such as 'gone west' or 'drawn a blank', as well as the jargon of the underworld.
From the preparation of the victim to the disposal of the body, "Execution" answers all the questions you are ever likely to ask, and some you would never want to imagine.
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