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This almanac sets forth an overview of capital punishment in the United States, including its abolition in 1972, and subsequent reappearance in 1976. The statistical application of the death penalty according to characteristics such as age, gender, and race are also examined. The arguments for and against capital punishment are explored, as well as the methods by which executions are carried out among the states. The international status of the death penalty among abolitionist and retentionist countries is also discussed. The Appendix provides applicable statutes, and other pertinent information and data. The Glossary contains definitions of many of the terms used throughout the almanac.
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