by L. Kay Gillespie (Author)
This book provides a look into the lives, crimes, and executions of women during the 20th and 21st centuries. The purpose is not to condone the actions of these women, but to suggest that those we executed are, in fact, humans_rather than monsters, as they are often portrayed.
Author Biography
L. Kay Gillespie is a professor who has studied executions and the death penalty for over twenty years. He is chair of the Criminal Justice Department at Weber State University, has worked with various criminal justice agencies, including adult and juvenile corrections, and is a former member of the Utah State Board of Pardons. He is the author of several articles and books on the subjects of death row and execution.
Number of Pages: 166
Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.8 x 5.9 IN
Publication Date: July 16, 2009
