Reflections on Hanging

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Drawing from his harrowing experiences as a political prisoner during the Spanish Civil War, the author delivers a powerful critique of capital punishment. Having faced execution by a firing squad, he reflects on the moral implications and human cost of such a system, shaped by the suffering of fellow inmates. Originally published in 1956, this work combines personal narrative with broader societal commentary, making it a poignant exploration of justice and inhumanity.