9780259191636 - A Complete Collection of State Trials and Proceedings for High Treason and Other Crimes and Misdemeanors From the Earliest Period to the Year 1783, ... 32 Charles I... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of criminal and treason trials that took place in Scotland during the reign of King Charles II, offering a unique glimpse into the legal and social landscape of the time. The trials cover a wide range of offenses, from murder and assault to treason and rebellion, and provide insights into the complexities of Scottish law and the challenges faced by the monarchy during this turbulent period. The author meticulously examines the evidence and explores the motivations of the accused, shedding light on the social and political tensions that shaped 17th-century Scotland. The book also analyzes the role of religion and the clash between royal authority and religious dissent, offering a nuanced understanding of the complexities of the era. Ultimately, this book serves as a valuable resource for scholars and general readers interested in Scottish history, law, and the intricacies of criminal justice in the early modern period. It offers a comprehensive and thought-provoking examination of the legal and social dynamics that shaped one of the most tumultuous chapters in Scotland's past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.