At the end of "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote, Perry Smith is executed by hanging for his role in the murder of the Clutter family. The book details the events leading up to the crime, the investigation, and the trial, as well as the lives of Perry and his accomplice, Dick Hickock. Despite the complexity of his character and the background that shaped him, the narrative ultimately culminates in his execution on April 14, 1965. The book explores themes of justice, morality, and the human condition, prompting readers to grapple with the implications of Perry's life and actions.
what eventually happens to perry at the end of the book "in cold blood" by truman capote
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