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A Handbook on Hanging


Charles Duff


Cayme Press 1928

Binding:  Hardback  |  Condition: Very Good  | 

'Being a short introduction to the fine art of Execution, and containing much useful information on Neck-Breaking, Throttling, Strangling, Asphyxiation, Decapitation and Electrocution...' First reprint (done the same month as the first edition) of Duff's witty exposition on all aspects of hanging and other forms of execution. A fine satire on the absurdity of state sponsored murder. A handsome volume with decorative paper to covers. Small 8vo. Spine very slightly cocked. Mild bumping to edges. Tanning to end-papers and spotting throughout. Previous owner's name to ffep. Binding tight. A nice example. Very good overall.

£160.00 + FREE shipping