Memoirs of the Sansons From Private Notes and Documents, Ed. by H. Sanson (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781021325075)

This gripping account of the Sanson family, the official executioners of France from the 17th to the 19th centuries, offers a rare glimpse into the dark history of capital punishment and its enduring impact on French society. Based on private notes and documents kept by the Sanson family themselves, this book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in true crime, legal history, or social justice.

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