The Grand Assize: As Reported By A Humble Clerk (1914)

By Hugh Carton

Book Overview

The Grand Assize: As Reported By A Humble Clerk (1914) is a historical fiction novel written by Hugh Carton. The story is set in the 17th century and revolves around the trial of a man accused of murder. The trial takes place in the infamous Grand Assize court, where the accused is judged by a panel of twelve jurors. The novel is narrated by a humble clerk who records the events of the trial in detail. The novel explores themes of justice, morality, and the corrupt nature of the legal system. The accused is portrayed as a sympathetic character, and the novel questions the fairness of the trial and the motives of the jurors. The novel also delves into the lives and backgrounds of the jurors, revealing their biases and prejudices.The writing style of the novel is engaging and immersive, with vivid descriptions of the court proceedings and the characters involved. The author's attention to historical detail adds to the authenticity of the story and provides a glimpse into the legal system of the time.Overall, The Grand Assize: As Reported By A Humble Clerk (1914) is a thought-provoking and well-written novel that offers a unique perspective on the legal system of the 17th century.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: 1164177370
• ISBN13: 9781164177371
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"