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The Trial Of William Brodie, Wright And Cabinet Maker In Edinburgh, And Of George Smith (1788)

The Trial Of William Brodie, Wright And Cabinet Maker In Edinburgh, And Of George Smith (1788)

Aeneas Morison

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781437342420
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The Trial of William Brodie, Wright and Cabinet Maker in Edinburgh, and of George Smith is a historical account of the trial of two men in 1788. The book, written by Aeneas Morison, provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the trial and the proceedings that took place in court. William Brodie was a respected member of Edinburgh society, known for his skill as a cabinet maker and his involvement in local politics. However, he was also a notorious criminal, known for his involvement in a number of burglaries and robberies. George Smith was his accomplice in many of these crimes. The trial of Brodie and Smith was a highly publicized event, drawing large crowds to the courtroom. Morison’s book provides a fascinating insight into the legal system of the time and the attitudes of society towards crime and punishment. The book includes transcripts of witness testimony, as well as descriptions of the evidence presented in court. It also explores the social and political context of the trial, examining the role of class and privilege in the administration of justice. Overall, The Trial of William Brodie, Wright and Cabinet Maker in Edinburgh, and of George Smith is a fascinating historical account of a pivotal moment in Scottish legal history. It offers a unique glimpse into the world of crime and punishment in the 18th century, and sheds light on the complex social and political issues of the 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.

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