Excerpt from The Trial of Lord Cochrane: Before Lord Ellenborough
Three generations of Earls of Dundonald have published and republished books containing attacks on my grand father, Lord Chief Justice Ellenborough.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing and controversial trial of Lord Cochrane, a renowned British naval hero accused of stock market fraud in 1814. The author meticulously examines the historical context of the trial, taking readers back to the tumultuous period of the Napoleonic Wars and the intense public interest in news from the continent. The book explores the intricate workings of the Stock Exchange at the time and the societal upheaval that followed the spread of false news about Napoleon's death. Beyond the legal proceedings, the author unravels the complex personality of Lord Cochrane, revealing his brilliance as a military strategist and his often-contentious relationships with authority figures. This captivating narrative sheds light on the power of public opinion, the impact of misinformation, and the enduring legacy of a man whose daring feats on the high seas were overshadowed by a scandal that continues to intrigue historians to this day. 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 9781331928089_0
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