Synopsis

From the earliest days of codified law, societies have sought a final reckoning for the gravest offenses. Throughout history, a small number of individuals have been tasked with designing the instruments that would enact this judgment on behalf of the community. This is their story—the story of those inventors and their unsettling creations. *Modern Marvels* explores the development of execution technology from its origins to the present day, offering a glimpse into what might lie ahead.