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Reports of Cases Argued and Ruled at Nisi Prius, in the Courts of King's Bench, Common Pleas and Exchequer, Vol. 8: Together With Cases Tried on the ... Term, 7 Will. IV, to Easter Term, 2 Vict - Softcover

F. A. Carrington

 
9780259972365: Reports of Cases Argued and Ruled at Nisi Prius, in the Courts of King's Bench, Common Pleas and Exchequer, Vol. 8: Together With Cases Tried on the ... Term, 7 Will. IV, to Easter Term, 2 Vict

Synopsis

This book gathers contemporary trial transcripts and historical accounts to explore the legal and social implications of murder as a crime of passion. Exploring love, jealousy, class, and the changing values of justice, it closely examines several cases to reveal the motivations that led to murder in the early 1800s. It delves into the psychological factors and complex character dynamics at play, as well as the impact of social norms and legal definitions on the perception and punishment of murder. By comparing the mindset of the 1800s with that of today, the author traces how the boundaries of passion and murder have shifted, offering insight into evolving perspectives on crime and morality.

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