Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Speeches of John Philpot Curran, Master of the Rolls in Ireland: On the Late State Trials"" is a collection of speeches given by John Philpot Curran during the late state trials in Ireland in 1808. Curran was a prominent Irish lawyer and politician who played a pivotal role in the Irish independence movement. The book contains a total of 13 speeches given by Curran during the trials, which were held in response to a series of uprisings against British rule in Ireland. In his speeches, Curran passionately defends the rights of the accused and argues for a fair and just legal system. He also speaks out against the use of torture and other forms of cruel and inhumane punishment. The book provides a valuable insight into the political and legal landscape of Ireland during this period and sheds light on the struggles faced by those who fought for Irish independence. Overall, ""Speeches of John Philpot Curran, Master of the Rolls in Ireland: On the Late State Trials"" is an important historical document that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of Ireland's most influential figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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.
