The Tryal of William Penn & William Mead for Causing a Tumult by Don Carlos Seitz

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Editor Seitz, Don Carlos, 1862-1935
Title The Tryal of William Penn & William Mead for Causing a Tumult
at the Sessions Held at the Old Bailey in London the 1st, 3d, 4th, and 5th of September 1670
Note Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Tryal of William Penn & William Mead for Causing a Tumult" by Don Carlos Seitz is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book documents a pivotal trial that took place in London in 1670, focusing on the prosecution of William Penn and William Mead for preaching without a license, which was considered a tumultuous act at the time. The narrative captures the tensions between authority and the right to free speech, illustrating the early struggles for religious and civil liberties in England. The trial revolves around Penn and Mead's arrest for conducting a peaceful assembly to preach Quaker beliefs after being denied entry to their meeting house. The court proceedings are filled with dramatic exchanges, highlighting the arbitrary nature of the legal system and the attempts by the judges to suppress the defendants' rights. Despite the pressure and intimidation from the court, the jury ultimately finds Penn guilty of speaking but acquits Mead, leading to the jurors being fined and imprisoned for their verdict. Through detailed accounts of the courtroom exchanges, Seitz showcases the fight for the principles of liberty and conscience that were emerging during this period, which would later resonate in the foundation of democratic rights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class KD: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United Kingdom and Ireland
Subject Mead, William, 1628-1713 -- Trials, litigation, etc.
Subject Penn, William, 1644-1718 -- Trials, litigation, etc.
Subject Freedom of speech -- England
Subject Assembly, Right of -- England
Category Text
EBook-No. 7360
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 6, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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