A Narrative Of Facts, Relating To A Prosecution For High Treason: Including The Address To The Jury, Which The Court Refused To Hear (1795)

By Thomas Holcroft

Book Overview

""A Narrative Of Facts, Relating To A Prosecution For High Treason: Including The Address To The Jury, Which The Court Refused To Hear"" is a historical book written by Thomas Holcroft in 1795. The book is a detailed account of Holcroft's own experience of being prosecuted for high treason. Holcroft was a well-known playwright and radical political activist during the late 18th century, and he was accused of being part of a conspiracy to overthrow the government.The book provides a detailed account of Holcroft's arrest, trial, and eventual acquittal. It also includes a transcript of the address that Holcroft had prepared to deliver to the jury, but which the court refused to hear. In this address, Holcroft argued that he was not guilty of the charges against him and that the prosecution was politically motivated.The book is an important historical document that provides insight into the political climate of the late 18th century, as well as the legal system of the time. It is also a valuable resource for those interested in the life and work of Thomas Holcroft. Overall, ""A Narrative Of Facts, Relating To A Prosecution For High Treason"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in history, politics, or the law.With Letters To The Attorney General, Lord Chief Justice Eyre, Mr. Sergeant Adair, The Honorable Thomas Erskine, And Vicary Gibbs And The Defense.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: 1164540327
• ISBN13: 9781164540328
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"