The Executioner's Song by Norman Mailer
"The Executioner's Song" is a true crime novel that tells the story of Gary Gilmore, a man who, after being released from prison, embarks on a murder spree in Utah that leads to his capture and execution. The book delves into Gilmore's troubled life and psyche, his relationships, and the legal and moral debates surrounding his death sentence. It provides an in-depth look at the American criminal justice system and capital punishment.
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- Published
- 1979
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1056
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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