The three trials of William Hone, for publishing three parodies : viz. The late John Wilkes's catechism, The political litany, and The sinecurist's creed; on three ex-officio informations, at Guildhall, London, during three successive days, December 18, 19, & 20, 1817; before three special juries, and Mr. Justice Abbott, on the first day, and Lord Chief Justice Ellenborough, on the last two days
1818, First edition. London : Printed by & for William. Hone. Good paperback copy; edges somewhat dust-dulled and nicked. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Item #342674
Physical description: iv, 48, 45, [1], 44 p.; 22 cm. Contents: The first trial of William Hone ... 12th ed. - The second trial of William Hone ... 9th ed. - The third trial of William Hone. Subjects: Hone, William 1780-1842; Trials, litigation, etc. Hone, William 1780-1842. Political catechism. Hone, William 1780-1842. Sinecurist's creed or belief. Wilkes, John 1725-1797. Catechism of a ministerial member. The late John Wilkes's catechism of a ministerial record. The political litany. Freedom of the press Great Britain. Jury Great Britain. Trials (Libel) Great Britain. Freedom of the press England. Freedom of the press. Genre: Prices - England - 1818. Trials, litigation, etc.
Price: €795.00