Criminal Trials V2: The Gunpowder Plot (1835)

By David Jardine

Book Overview

Criminal Trials V2: The Gunpowder Plot is a historical account of the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. Written by David Jardine, a Scottish lawyer and historian, the book was first published in 1835 and is considered a classic in the field of legal history.The Gunpowder Plot was a failed assassination attempt against King James I of England and his government by a group of Catholic conspirators led by Robert Catesby. The plot involved the placement of explosives beneath the House of Lords during the State Opening of Parliament on November 5, 1605. The plan was foiled when one of the conspirators, Guy Fawkes, was discovered guarding the explosives and arrested.Jardine's book provides a detailed account of the trial of the conspirators, including transcripts of the proceedings and testimonies from witnesses. He also explores the political and religious context of the plot, including the tensions between Catholics and Protestants in England at the time.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the trial and the events leading up to it. Jardine's writing is clear and concise, making the complex legal proceedings accessible to readers without a legal background. He also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the events and locations described in the book.Overall, Criminal Trials V2: The Gunpowder Plot is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most infamous events in English history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in legal history, political intrigue, or the history of religion in England.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: 1164614878
• ISBN13: 9781164614876
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"