The Third Trial Of William Hone: On An Ex-officio Information

By William Hone (Defendant.)

The Third Trial Of William Hone recounts the legal battles of William Hone, a bookseller and publisher, who was tried in 1817 on charges of blasphemous libel. This transcription focuses on one of those trials, offering a detailed look at the arguments presented and the historical context surrounding the events. Hone faced severe penalties for publishing satirical works that the government deemed seditious.

This volume provides invaluable insight into the struggles for freedom of the press in early 19th-century England. The trial transcripts capture the tense atmosphere of the courtroom and the broader social and political unrest of the time. Readers interested in legal history, political satire, and the fight for civil liberties will find "The Third Trial Of William Hone" a compelling and informative historical document.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1245632140
• ISBN13: 9781245632140
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"