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Report of the Trials of Alexander M. Sullivan and Richard Pigott, for Seditious Libels on the Government, at the County of Dublin Commission, Held at ... 1868: With Those Parts of the Charge of Mr - Softcover

Alexander Martin Sullivan

 
9781528233231: Report of the Trials of Alexander M. Sullivan and Richard Pigott, for Seditious Libels on the Government, at the County of Dublin Commission, Held at ... 1868: With Those Parts of the Charge of Mr

Synopsis

This book explores the legal proceedings surrounding the arrest and trial of two Irish journalists, Richard Pigott and Denis B. Sullivan, for seditious libel in 1868. The book's focus is on the charges against the journalists, the content of their writings, and the legal arguments presented in their defense. The author delves into the nature of seditious libel and its relationship to the freedom of the press, particularly during a time of political unrest in Ireland. The trial provides a fascinating look at the clash between the government's desire to suppress dissent and the right to free expression. This book illuminates the historical context of the Irish struggle for independence and reveals the complexities of balancing national security with individual liberties. The book ultimately offers a critical examination of the state's response to dissent and the power of journalism to challenge authority.

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