An Account Of The Trial Of William Brodie And George Smith, Before The High Court Of Justiciary, On August 27-28, 1788 (1788)

""An Account Of The Trial Of William Brodie And George Smith, Before The High Court Of Justiciary, On August 27-28, 1788"" is a historical book written by William Creech. The book is a detailed account of the trial of William Brodie and George Smith, who were tried before the High Court of Justiciary in August 1788. The trial was a highly publicized event, as Brodie was a prominent figure in Edinburgh society and a respected member of the city council. However, it was revealed that he was also a notorious thief and had been leading a double life. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the trial, including the evidence presented, the arguments made by the prosecution and defense, and the verdict. It also delves into the background of Brodie and Smith, shedding light on their motivations and actions. Overall, ""An Account Of The Trial Of William Brodie And George Smith, Before The High Court Of Justiciary, On August 27-28, 1788"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Scottish history, crime, and the legal system of the 18th century.Before The High Court Of Justiciary, On August 27-28, 1788, For Breaking Into And Robbing The General Excise Office Of Scotland.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.