Crime, Prosecution and Social Relations: The Summary Courts of the City of London in the Late Eighteenth Century

by D. Gray (Author)

• New

  Hardcover
  2009

  $115.98

  Offers a fascinating view of the social history of Georgian London through the workings of the Summary courts. By analyzing the summary proceedings and the use of the law by ordinary citizens - to prosecute theft, violence and resolve disputes - this study represents an important addition to our understanding of the criminal justice system.