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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a compendium of writings, speeches, and the author's personal reflections stemming from his prosecution and imprisonment for libel against a Bishop of the Church of England in the late 18th century. The author defended the right to criticize those in power, including religious authorities, without fear of arbitrary punishment. The book explores the history, nature, and limits of free speech in relation to religious and political freedom, and argues for the importance of an independent press and the right to trial by jury. Throughout, the author draws on his own experiences and reflections to illustrate the need for continued vigilance against censorship and the erosion of civil liberties in the name of order or security. This book remains an essential read for those interested in the relationship between free speech, the press, and government, as well as the historical roots of modern debates on these issues. 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 9781331915737_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331915737
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