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History Today . Aug2022, Vol. 72 Issue 8, p62-71. 10p. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- The article focuses on early modern methods of execution were carefully calculated to inflict shame upon the condemned. It mentions Renaissance that saw the rise of the ‘theatre of horror' and hanging was the most widely practised method of execution across early modern Europe. It also mentions punishment should fit the crime, the manner of execution whether by hanging, beheading, breaking on the wheel or burning.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00182753
- Volume :
- 72
- Issue :
- 8
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- History Today
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 157963662