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The Tyrannicide Brief: The Story of the Man Who Sent Charles I to the Scaffold,Used
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Charles I waged civil wars that cost one in ten Englishmen their lives. But in 1649 Parliament was hard put to find a lawyer with the skill and daring to prosecute a King who claimed to be above the law: in the end the man they briefed was the radical lawyer John Cooke. His Puritan conscience, political vision, and love of civil liberties gave him the courage to bring the Kings trial to its dramatic conclusion: the English Republic. He would pay dearly for it: Charles I was beheaded, but eleven years later Cooke himself was arrested, tried, and brutally executed at the hands of Charles II.Geoffrey Robertson, an internationally renowned human rights lawyer, provides a vivid new reading of the tumultuous Civil War years, exposing longhidden truths: that the King was guilty as charged, that his execution was necessary to establish the sovereignty of Parliament, that the regicide trials were rigged and their victims should be seen as national heroes.John Cooke sacrificed his own life to make tyranny a crime. His trial of Charles I, the first trial of a head of state for waging war on his own people, became a forerunner of the trials of Augusto Pinochet, Slobodan Milosevic, and Saddam Hussein. This is a superb work of history that casts a revelatory light on some of the most important issues of our time.
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- Q: What is 'The Tyrannicide Brief' about? A: 'The Tyrannicide Brief' tells the story of John Cooke, the lawyer who prosecuted King Charles I. The book explores the historical context of the English Civil War, the trial of Charles I, and the implications of Cooke's actions for civil liberties and the sovereignty of Parliament.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Tyrannicide Brief'? A: The author of 'The Tyrannicide Brief' is Geoffrey Robertson, a renowned human rights lawyer with extensive expertise in legal history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, ensuring it is readable with minimal signs of wear.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Tyrannicide Brief' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Tyrannicide Brief' have? A: The book contains a total of 448 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'The Tyrannicide Brief' published? A: 'The Tyrannicide Brief' was published on September 5, 2006.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in the book's construction? A: The book does not specify a particular material, but as a hardcover, it typically features a sturdy cover and quality paper for enhanced reading experience.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Tyrannicide Brief' is categorized under Great Britain, reflecting its historical focus on English legal and political history.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: Some key features include its focus on civil liberties, historical legal trials, and the detailed narrative of a significant period in British history.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Tyrannicide Brief'? A: The book explores themes of justice, tyranny, the role of law in society, and the sacrifices made for civil rights, particularly through the lens of John Cooke's trial of King Charles I.