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A Selection of Cases From the State Trials, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

J. W. Willis-Bund

 
9781331677697: A Selection of Cases From the State Trials, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore a defining moment in English history through the State Trials collection. This volume surveys a notorious 17th‑century episode and the legal cases, public opinion, and political maneuvering that shaped it.

This edition offers a historical account of the Popish Plot and the trials surrounding it, showing how fear, religion, and politics Can ignite mass belief and sway justice. It presents the people, the proceedings, and the consequences in a clear, document‑driven narrative, useful for readers seeking context on law, politics, and society of the era.


  • A detailed timeline of events and key players in the Popish Plot.

  • Examinations, testimonies, and how public opinion influenced legal outcomes.

  • Discussion of the political uses of trials and the limits of justice under pressure.

  • Context on the broader impact on trust in government and the rule of law.



Ideal for readers of legal history and 17th‑century Britain who want a concise, source‑based overview of a pivotal episode.

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