An Account Of The Trial Of William Brodie: And George Smith, Before The High Court Of Justiciary, On The 27th And 28th Days Of August, 1788 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781246117998)

An invaluable historical record, "An Account Of The Trial Of William Brodie, And George Smith, Before The High Court Of Justiciary, On The 27th And 28th Days Of August, 1788" offers a detailed examination of one of Scotland's most infamous criminal cases. This meticulously transcribed account provides insights into the legal proceedings against William Brodie, a respected Edinburgh councilor and tradesman by day, and a notorious burglar by night, alongside his accomplice George Smith.

The book presents a comprehensive overview of the evidence, testimonies, and arguments presented during the trial, shedding light on the social and political context of 18th-century Scotland. Readers interested in true crime, Scottish history, and legal history will find this account a captivating and informative read.

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