title: Opposing Viewpoints Series - The Death Penalty (hardcover edition)
author: Mary E. Williams
description: "Long-standing series about controversial contemporary issues continue(s) to turn out exceptional titles. <i>Greenhaven's Opposing Viewpoints</i> presents multiple perspectives on hot topics such as abortion, the death penalty, and censorship through excerpts from primary materials ranging from speeches to cartoons." <br /> -- <i>Booklist</i> (October 2001) (<i>Booklist</i> 20011015)<br /><br />"The format and approach are identical to other titles in the series; both sides of a particular issue are explored in depth. Each essay is prefaced by questions that will help students focus their reading and each chapter concludes with suggestions for further reading and research. Students will find the articles helpful in examining these controversial and often emotional issues." <br /> -- <i>School Library Journal</i> (August 2002) (<i>School Library Journal</i> 20020801)<br /><br />"As usual for books in this series, there are plenty of follow-up sources for students to pursue." <br /> -- <i>Booklist</i> (June 2002) (<i>Booklist</i> 20020615)<br /><br />"The language is understandable but not simplistic, the pieces are clearly titles for easy identification, and a few cartoons and charts break up the dense text. This unbiased collection is a welcome resource for researchers and debaters." <br /> -- <i>School Library Journal</i> (June 2002) (<i>School Library Journal</i> 20020601)<br /><br />"Written by educators, scientists, journalists, doctors, veterinarians, members of the clergy and advocates. This excellent volume will elicit group discussion and help to develop critical thinking and analysis of sensitive issues." <br /> -- <i>School Library Journal</i> (May 2002) (<i>School Library Journal</i> 20020501)<br /><br />"This supplemental reader is perfect for getting students involved in discussion. The resulting debates are sure to reinforce any primary readings and will breathe life into any standard lecture oriented course. This supplement is a useful tool for instructors to get students involved." <br /> -- <i>Crime and Justive International</i> (May 2002) (<i>UNKNOWN</i> 20020501)<br /><br />"As always in the Opposing Viewpoints series, there are voices from many sides of the debate." <br /> -- <i>Booklist</i> (April 2002) (<i>Booklist</i> 20020415)<br /><br />"Most present clear, fact-supported points that readers will find valuable for speeches and reports. Editorial cartoons, anectdotes, and statistics break up the essays, make reading easier. This is a well-balanced approach to the issues, argued with studied analysis rather than bind emotion." <br /> -- <i>Booklist</i> (April 2002) (<i>Booklist</i> 20020401)<br /><br />"This series is invaluable for preparing students for debates, classes, or research assignments. Opposing Viewpoints books help prepare high school students for critical thinking and make them aware of issues that affect society today. Recommended." <br /> -- <i>The Book Report</i> (March-April 2002) (<i>Book Report</i> 20020401)<br /><br />"Most useful in schools with religion and/or philosophy courses, but should also appeal to general readers." <br /> -- <i>School Library Journal</i> (April 2002) (<i>School Library Journal</i> 20020401)
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  A.J. DOWNEY
   
   
  
   
   
  BOOK ONE
  
  Contents
  Title Page
  Book Summary
  Dedication
  Publishing Info
  Prologue
  Chapter 1
  Chapter 2
  Chapter 3
  Chapter 4
  Chapter 5
  Chapter 6
  Chapter 7
  Chapter 8
  Chapter 9
  Chapter 10
  Chapter 11
  Chapter 12
  Chapter 13
  Chapter 14
  Chapter 15
  Chapter 16
  Chapter 17
  Chapter 18
  Chapter 19
  
  Chapter 20
  Chapter 21
  Chapter 22
  Chapter 23
  Chapter 24
  Chapter 25
  Chapter 26
  Chapter 27
  Epilogue
  Other books by A.J. Downey
  About the Author
  
  Chrissy Franco has every reason to take one hell of a victory lap around the
  courtroom. She’s just defended her client to the best of her ability and what’s
  more? Her client was actually innocent. Oh, she’d killed her husband,
  baseball legend Skip Maguire, alright; but he’d been about to hit a homerun
  with Miranda’s head.
   
  His rabid fan base doesn’t agree with the verdict, and they’ve set their sights
  on Chrissy as the one to blame. One of them is about to set into motion a
  dangerous game when he publishes poor Chrissy’s address onlin