Chapters 40-44 Summary

Outside of Parchman Prison, things are getting rowdy. Groups of people forming all facets of life are gathering. There are Klansmen, pro-death penalty demonstrators, Nazis, and religious people as well. Not only do they voice their opinions pertaining to Sam's future, they voice their opinions about each other as well. The pro-death penalty spectators are segregated from those trying to preserve his life. Extra security is placed around the prison, and in other areas of controversy, such as courthouses, as well. Everyone seems interested in the outcome of Sam's petitions. One man, a well-known author, is willing to pay Sam tens of thousands of dollars to record his life story and publish a book after his death. Sam is not interested in talking to anyone other than Adam. He is busy reflecting on his past and has come to some conclusions...