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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book captures the extraordinary events that led up to and include the Porteous Mob, a dramatic uprising by an unruly mob that savagely murdered Captain John Porteous, the commander of Edinburgh's City Guard. The narrative is contextualized within the broader historical backdrop of Scotland, providing insights into the era and the circumstances that stoked public resentment. The book delves into the profound themes of public order, authority, and the perils of mob rule, highlighting the profound societal tensions that fueled the events. The author's exploration of these themes enriches our understanding of how grievances can escalate into violence and the enduring importance of maintaining public order without tyrannical suppression. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282605209_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282605209
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282605209
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 392 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 29790879/2
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