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As the Official Executioner for many years, following on from his father and uncle, Albert Pierrepoint carried out over 400 executions, more than any other executioner, and travelled extensively abroad teaching his methods. The fruit of his experience is the conclusion that capital punishment achieves nothing except revenge, and acts not at all as a deterrent. Hardback in brown, ‘leathered‘ boards.
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From 1931 until his resignation in 1956, following in the footsteps of his father and uncle, Albert Pierrepoint held the position of Official Executioner. During his career he carried out over 400 executions. This is his story which explores his travels, teachings, methods and colleagues.
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The autobiography of Albert Pierrepoint, who from 1931 to 1956, was Britain's official executioner, carring out over four hundred executions.
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Executioner: Pierrepoint - An Autobiography
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Hardcover in jacket. Moderate handling to book including toning to edges and bumping to spine and extremities. Jacket also moderately handled including some bumping to spine and extremities and sunning to spine. Otherwise clean, tight, and unmarked--a sound and useful copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book. Seller Inventory # 82722h
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Executioner: Pierrepoint
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ISBN 13: 9780245520709
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Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Autobiography of the former official British executioner, very good in very good dust jacket; minor stain on bottom of textblock, DJ spine faded. Seller Inventory # 15660
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Executioner: Pierrepoint / by Albert Pierrepoint
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London : Harrap, 1974
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First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-dulled and sun-toned dust-wrapper. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 211 p., [6] leaves of plates : ill ; 23 cm. Subjects; Capital punishments. English. Great Britain Personal narratives. Death Penalty. Execution Biography. Huddersfield. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 469464
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Executioner: Pierrepoint - An Autobiography - inscribed by Albert Pierrepoint
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George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd., London, 1974
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Seller: The Trial Library - Rare Crime & Legal History Books, London, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. EXECUTIONER: PIERREPOINT - An Autobiography - Signed and warmly inscribed by Albert Pierrepoint to noted crime writer Joe Gaute. A compelling firsthand account by Britain's most renowned executioner, Albert Pierrepoint. This powerful memoir offers a rare and candid insight into the realities of capital punishment, blending personal reflection with historical context from mid-20th century Britain. Both chilling and thought-provoking, it remains a cornerstone of true crime literature. A notable feature of this book is the presence of a J. H. H. Gaute ownership sticker, indicating provenance associated with the noted crime writer, editor, and criminological researcher, adding further interest to an already desirable title. A highly collectible title, sought after by enthusiasts of criminal history, justice, and British social history. Condition: Good with firm binding. Pages clean with light age toning and no light foxing to prelims and edges. Minor wear and bumping to extremities, with light marks to spine and boards. Small tear along the inner hinge of the front endpaper, exposing binding mesh (as shown). Binding remains firm and fully intact. Conditions & Return Policy: Please note that due to the age, rarity, and collectable nature of these books, returns will not be accepted unless an item has been significantly misdescribed. These are original antiquarian works, many of which are well over 100 years old, and will naturally show signs of age, handling, and use. Some volumes may also contain contemporary printer's marks, proof-reading annotations, ownership inscriptions, or other manuscript markings acquired during their publication or collecting history. These should be regarded as part of the book's provenance and character rather than defects. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report. If you require any additional photographs or specific images of particular pages, bindings, inscriptions, annotations, or condition details, please feel free to contact me prior to purchase and I will be happy to provide them. All books are carefully packaged between sturdy protective cardboard sheets, placed in a padded jiffy envelope, and securely sealed to provide maximum protection during transit and help ensure it arrives safely. From a substantial private collection of Notable British Trials and criminology works. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # EP-001
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