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The Speeches Of Thomas Erskine V2: When At The Bar, On Subjects Connected With The Liberty Of The Press And Against Constructive Treasons (1813)

The Speeches Of Thomas Erskine V2: When At The Bar, On Subjects Connected With The Liberty Of The Press And Against Constructive Treasons (1813)

Erskine, Thomas
Ridgway, James

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral SociologySelf-Help

ISBN10: 1120749409
ISBN13: 9781120749406
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 7 2009
Pages: 462
Weight: 1.35
Height: 0.93 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Speeches of Thomas Erskine Volume 2 is a collection of speeches given by Thomas Erskine, a prominent British lawyer and politician, during his time as a barrister. The speeches in this book cover a range of topics, but focus primarily on issues related to the liberty of the press and the concept of constructive treasons.Erskine was a strong advocate for free speech and the freedom of the press, and his speeches in this volume reflect his commitment to these values. He argued passionately against any attempts to restrict the press or limit the ability of individuals to express their opinions and ideas.In addition to his speeches on the liberty of the press, Erskine also addressed the issue of constructive treasons. Constructive treasons were a legal concept that allowed individuals to be charged with treason based on their actions or words, even if they did not intend to commit treason. Erskine argued that this concept was unjust and violated the principles of justice and fairness.Overall, The Speeches of Thomas Erskine Volume 2 provides a fascinating insight into the legal and political debates of the early 19th century, and showcases Erskine's skills as a powerful and persuasive orator.In Four Volumes.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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