Have the worst criminals forfeited their right to life? Or is the death penalty an abuse of human rights? Should all lives be valued equally, even those of convicted murderers? Some people argue that a life sentence in prison can be a worse prospect that the death penalty. It's time to consider Both Sides of the Story. The series, Both Sides of the Story, explores the major global debates of our time from two opposing viewpoints. Each book investigates the facts behind the headlines, the history behind current trends and the latest hot topics.

 

This book is part of a book series called Both Sides Of the Story .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2013 by Hachette Children's Group .

Nicola Barber is an experienced author and editor of children's non-fiction books. Patience Coster is an experienced editor and writer of children's books.

This book has the following chapters: A Suitable Punishment? The Death Penalty in History Some Religious Views Retribution or Vengeance? Who is Executed? Case Studies Abolition or Not? Glossary Further Information Index