Famous Trials Series - 13 Volume Collection. Dieser Artikel ist nicht verfügbar.Famous Trials Series - 13 Volume Collection

A 13-volume collection from the Geoffrey Bles Famous Trials Series, arranged chronologically by the dates of the cases, comprising accounts of notable criminal and legal cases spanning from the 17th to the early 20th century. These volumes cover a wide range of historically significant trials, from early constitutional cases to notorious interwar crimes, offering insight into the development of British justice and changing attitudes to crime and punishment including well-known cases such as those of Patrick Herbert Mahon, Norman Thorne, and A. A. Rouse. Condition: No dust jackets. Cloth bindings. General wear, some fading to spines, and foxing throughout. Overall a sound and readable set. The Trial of William Penn (Trial date: 1670) Account of the landmark trial of William Penn Maria Marten (Trial date: 1827) The notorious “Red Barn Murder” Professor Webster (Trial date: 1849) The Boston murder case of John White Webster The Trial of Constance Kent (Trial date: 1865) A celebrated Victorian case involving family tragedy and delayed confession The Trial of the Detectives (Trial date: 1877) Covers the Great Scotland Yard Detective Scandal The Bank of England Forgery (Trial date: early 19th century) An account of major forgery cases prosecuted by the Bank of England The Thaw Case (Trial date: 1907) The sensational American trial of Harry Kendall Thaw The Trial of Patrick Herbert Mahon (Trial date: 1924) A notorious dismemberment case that shocked Britain The Trial of Norman Thorne (Trial date: 1925) A highly publicised murder trial involving alleged occult elements The Trial of Allaway (Trial date: 1927) A lesser-known but intriguing criminal case of the late 1920s The Trial of Podmore (Trial date: 1929) An interwar criminal case offering insight into evolving investigative methods and legal standards The Trial of Alfred Edward James Compton Mason (Trial date: c. 1929–30) A significant fraud case involving a barrister, shedding light on legal ethics and professional misconduct in early 20th-century Britain The Trial of A. A. Rouse (Trial date: 1931) A notorious “insurance murder” case in which a body was used to fake identity after a car fire Conditions & Return Policy Please note that due to the age, rarity, and collectable nature of these books, returns will not be accepted unless an item has been significantly misdescribed. These are original antiquarian works, many of which are well over 100 years old, and will naturally show signs of age, handling, and use. Some volumes may also contain contemporary printer's marks, proof-reading annotations, ownership inscriptions, or other manuscript markings acquired during their publication or collecting history. These should be regarded as part of the book's provenance and character rather than defects. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report. If you require any additional photographs or specific images of particular pages, bindings, inscriptions, annotations, or condition details, please feel free to contact me prior to purchase and I will be happy to provide them. All books are carefully packaged between sturdy protective cardboard sheets, placed in a padded jiffy envelope, and securely sealed to provide maximum protection during transit and help ensure it arrives safely.…