Raising The Veil: Or Scenes In The Courts (1856)

By Ball Fenner

Book Overview

Raising The Veil: Or Scenes In The Courts is a book written by Fenner Ball and published in 1856. The book is a collection of stories and scenes that take place in various courts of law. Each chapter focuses on a different case and provides a detailed account of the legal proceedings, including the arguments made by the lawyers, the testimony of witnesses, and the decisions of the judges. The book covers a wide range of legal issues, including criminal cases, civil suits, and disputes over property and inheritance. Some of the cases are based on real-life events, while others are fictionalized accounts. The book also includes commentary on the legal system and the role of judges, lawyers, and juries in administering justice.Throughout the book, Ball provides vivid descriptions of the courtroom environment and the people involved in each case. He also explores the social and political context of the cases, highlighting the ways in which the law reflects the values and beliefs of the society in which it operates.Overall, Raising The Veil: Or Scenes In The Courts provides a fascinating glimpse into the workings of the legal system in the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of law and justice, as well as for those who enjoy compelling stories of human conflict and drama.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: 1437111157
• ISBN13: 9781437111156
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"