ISBN: 9781333018986 - cobbett's complete collection of state trials and proceedings for high treason and other crimes and misdemeanors, from the earliest period to the ... of the reign of king henry the second, a. d. (4 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.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book combines over 150 pivotal trials from English history spanning 10 centuries. From the trial of Archbishop Thomas Becket in 1163 to that of Thomas More in 1535, from the Gunpowder Plot trial of 1605 to the trial of Warren Hastings in 1788, this compelling collection offers a vivid account of justice, injustice, and the complex legal and political struggles that shaped English history. The author provides context and analysis for each trial, shedding light on the historical events surrounding them. Insightful commentary explores the legal, social, political, and moral issues informing these dramatic episodes, bringing to life the key players and illuminating the evolution of the English legal system. This collection serves as a testament to the enduring power of fair trials as cornerstones of a just and equitable society. 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.…