A Mother's Trial (1859)

By Emily Charlotte M. Ponsonby and Emily Charlotte Mary Ponsonby

Book Overview

A Mother's Trial is a novel written by Emily Charlotte M. Ponsonby in 1859. The book tells the story of a mother who is put on trial for the murder of her own child. The mother, named Edith, is accused of poisoning her baby daughter and is brought to court to face the charges against her. Throughout the trial, Edith struggles to prove her innocence and clear her name, all while dealing with the grief and guilt of losing her child. The book explores themes of motherhood, justice, and the complexities of the legal system in the 19th century. A Mother's Trial is a gripping and emotional read that offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by women during this time period.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164540157
• ISBN13: 9781164540151
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"