The Tryal Of The Roman Catholics (1762)

The Tryal of the Roman Catholics is a historical book written by Henry Brooke and published in 1762. The book provides a detailed account of the trial of seven Roman Catholic priests who were accused of treason and conspiracy against the British government in the late 17th century. The book begins by describing the political and social climate of England during the reign of King James II, a Catholic monarch who was overthrown in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. The Catholic priests who were tried were accused of conspiring with James II and his supporters to overthrow the Protestant government and restore Catholicism to the country. Brooke provides a detailed account of the trial, including the testimony of witnesses, the arguments of the prosecution and defense, and the verdict and sentencing of the accused. He also explores the broader implications of the trial for religious freedom and civil liberties in England, including the persecution of Catholics and the erosion of the rights of the accused in the legal system. Overall, The Tryal of the Roman Catholics is a fascinating and informative historical account of a significant event in British history, offering valuable insights into the politics, religion, and legal system of the time.On A Special Commission Directed To Lord Chief Justice Reason, Lord Chief Baron Interest, And Mr. Justice Clemency, Wednesday, August 5th, 1761. Mr. Clodworthy Common-Sense, Foreman Of The Jury, Mr. Sergeant Statute, Counsel For The Crown, Constantine Candor, Esq. Counsel For The Accused.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.