The Trial Of William Penn And William Mead

By Various

Book Overview

The Trial of William Penn and William Mead is a historical account of the legal proceedings against two Quaker men in 1670s England. The book is a collection of primary sources, including transcripts of court proceedings, letters, and other documents related to the trial. The two men were charged with unlawful assembly and disturbing the peace after they were caught preaching their beliefs in public. The trial was notable for several reasons, including the fact that the defendants were allowed to represent themselves and that the jury refused to convict them despite pressure from the judge. The book provides insight into the religious and political climate of the time, as well as the legal system and the role of juries in English law. It is a valuable resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the history of religious freedom and civil liberties.PEN. Shall I plead to an Indictment that hath no Foundation in Law? If it contain that Law you say I have broken, why should you decline to produce that Law, since it will be impossible for the Jury to determine, or agree to bring in their Verdict, who have not the Law produced, by which they should measure the Truth of this Indictment, and the Guilt, or contrary of my Fact?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: 1419186027
• ISBN13: 9781419186028
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.2"