On Trial (1899)

By Zack Zack and Gwendoline Keats

Book Overview

On Trial is a novel written by Zack in 1899. The book revolves around the life of a young woman named Laura Murdock who is accused of murdering her husband. The story is set in the late 19th century and explores the themes of love, betrayal, and justice. Laura is a beautiful and intelligent woman who marries a wealthy businessman, Robert Murdock. However, their marriage is not a happy one as Robert is abusive and unfaithful. One day, Robert is found dead in their home and Laura is accused of his murder. The novel follows Laura's trial and her struggles to prove her innocence. The story is told from multiple perspectives, including Laura's own, the prosecutor's, and the defense attorney's. Through these different viewpoints, the reader is able to see the complexity of the case and the various motives of the characters involved. The novel also explores the societal norms of the time, particularly the expectations placed on women in terms of their behavior and roles in marriage. The book is a commentary on the justice system and the ways in which it can be flawed, as well as a portrayal of the strength and resilience of women in the face of adversity. Overall, On Trial is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human nature and the pursuit of justice.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: 1164887203
• ISBN13: 9781164887201
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"