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The Western Martyrology: Or Bloody Assizes (1873)

The Western Martyrology: Or Bloody Assizes (1873)

Tutchin, John

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ISBN10: 1165732041
ISBN13: 9781165732043
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 362
Weight: 1.54
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Western Martyrology: Or Bloody Assizes is a book written by John Tutchin and published in 1873. The book provides a detailed account of the Bloody Assizes, a series of trials held in England in 1685 under the rule of King James II. The trials were held in the aftermath of the Monmouth Rebellion, a failed attempt by James Scott, Duke of Monmouth, to overthrow the king.The Bloody Assizes were notorious for their harsh punishments, with many of the accused being sentenced to death or transportation to the colonies. Tutchin's book provides a comprehensive account of the trials, including the names of the accused, the charges against them, and the outcomes of the trials. The book also includes a detailed description of the punishments handed down, as well as the political and social context in which the trials took place.Tutchin himself was a controversial figure, having been imprisoned and tortured for his political views. His book is considered an important historical document, shedding light on a dark period in English history and the brutal treatment of those who opposed the monarchy. The Western Martyrology: Or Bloody Assizes remains a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of England.Containing The Lives, Trials, And Dying Speeches Of All Those Eminent Protestants That Suffered In The West Of England, And Elsewhere, From The Year 1678 To This 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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