American Criminal Trials V1

By Peleg W. Chandler

Book Overview

American Criminal Trials V1 (1844) by Peleg W. Chandler is a historical book that documents the criminal trials that took place in America during the 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering trials from the colonial period up until the early 1800s. The book includes detailed accounts of some of the most notorious criminal trials in American history, including the Salem Witch Trials, the trial of Aaron Burr, and the trial of John Brown. It also features lesser-known cases that shed light on the legal and social norms of the time, such as the trial of a woman accused of murdering her husband in 1782.Chandler's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the American justice system of the past. The book is a valuable resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the history of crime and punishment in America.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: 1163952990
• ISBN13: 9781163952993
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"