A Life for a Life

The American Debate Over the Death Penalty

"This book explores the various trends in public opinion that influence crime prevention efforts, create public policy, and reform criminal law. It discusses three core issues: the role of free will and determination; the search for the root cause or causes of crime; and the effects of studying crimes versus studying criminals"--Provided by publisher.

Dr. Benjamin Rush, a physician, a signer of the Declaration of Independence,
and considered by many to be the founder of psychiatry in the U.S., was a prolific
author who had argued against slavery and for the better treatment and ...