Relive the infamous Gunpowder Plot with David Jardine's 'A Narrative.' This historical account of the conspiracy to blow up the House of Lords and murder King James I is a gripping retelling of one of England's most shocking events. Experience the fear and intrigue of the 17th century with this chilling story of treason and deceit.
This legal treatise, first published in the 19th century, provides a detailed analysis of the use of torture in English criminal law prior to the 17th century. The author argues that torture was used more frequently and systematically than is commonly believed, and that it was often employed as a tool of political repression as well as criminal investigation. This edition, which includes extensive footnotes and annotations, is a valuable resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the history of crime and punishment.
This seminal work by David Jardine explores the ethics of equivocation, or the use of ambiguous language to deceive. Drawing on historical examples and philosophical analysis, Jardine argues that equivocation is sometimes necessary in order to protect oneself or others from harm, but that it should be used sparingly and with great care. A Treatise of Equivocation is a thought-provoking examination of the complex nature of truth and deception.