Famous Trials of History (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162608440)

Famous Trials of History by Earl of Birkenhead is a comprehensive collection of some of the most significant and controversial trials in human history. The book delves into the details of trials that have shaped the course of history, from the trial of Socrates in ancient Greece to the Nuremberg Trials of Nazi war criminals post-World War II. Each trial is presented in a detailed and engaging manner, with a focus on the legal and social implications of the verdicts. The book also explores the personalities and motivations of the key players involved in each trial, providing a nuanced understanding of the complex forces at work in these pivotal moments in history. Whether you are a history buff or simply interested in the workings of the justice system, Famous Trials of History is an enlightening and entertaining read.1926. This book contains some trials in which the author was himself engaged for which it cannot be claimed that they fall into the category of �������famous�������. The treatment of the cases is untechnical throughout, so that the narratives may easily be comprehended by laymen. They belong to very different periods of English history, some of which are now remote and curious. One of the greatest lawyers of all time gives the reader the inside history of many famous trials. These stories are among the most dramatic and fascinating in the world, and includes such trials as: trial of Mary Queen of Scots, trial of Deacon Brodie, man who stole the king's crown, frauds of the Bank of Liverpool, and many others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Earl of Birkenhead
ISBN-10: 1162608447
ISBN-13: 9781162608440
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 318
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.58lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.67d