9780259797142 - A Complete Collection of State Trials and Proceedings for High Treason and Other Crimes and Misdemeanors, From the Earliest Period to the Present ... and Other Illu... (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 showcases the trial of Sir John Freind, charged with high treason for conspiring to assassinate King William III in the late 17th century and incite an invasion by French forces. The extensive account provides a glimpse into the intricate details of the alleged plot, including the involvement of other conspirators and the various meetings held to coordinate the plan. Through the examination of testimonies and cross-examinations, the book explores the complexities of treason and the legal processes in place at the time. By presenting a thorough and engaging account of the trial, the book seeks to shed light on the political and social climate of the era, offering valuable insights into the methods used to challenge the authority of the monarchy. 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.