Greenhaven's Contemporary Issues Companion series provides readers with a wealth of information on topics of current interest. Each anthology examines an important social issue in a variety of ways, from personal accounts and case studies to pertinent factual and statistical articles to commentaries and overviews. A perfect resource for both students and the general reader, this compelling and engaging series is sure to be a valued source of current, readable information.
Chapter 1: The Death Penalty in the United States
Chapter 2: The Death Penalty as a Crime Deterrent
Chapter 3: Is the Death Penalty Fair?
Chapter 4: Personal Perspectives on the Death Penalty