The Western Martyrology: Or Bloody Assizes (1873)

By John Tutchin

Book Overview

The Western Martyrology: Or Bloody Assizes is a historical account of the Bloody Assizes, a series of trials and executions that took place in the West of England in 1685. The author, John Tutchin, was a journalist and political activist who was imprisoned for his opposition to the government of King James II. Tutchin's book provides a detailed description of the trials and executions, as well as the political and social context in which they occurred. He also includes accounts of the lives and deaths of the individuals who were executed, including their last words and final moments. The Western Martyrology is considered an important historical document, providing insight into the political and social turmoil of 17th century England.Containing The Lives, Trials, And Dying Speeches Of All Those Eminent Protestants That Suffered In The West Of England, And Elsewhere, From The Year 1678 To This Time.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: 1104408473
• ISBN13: 9781104408473
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"