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Several years ago my attention was called by Mr. Hubert Hall to two plea rolls preserved in the Public Record Gifice, containing the oficial proceedings of the trials of the judges and other royal Officers, before special Commission appointed by Edward I. In 1 2 89. The smaller of the two rolls was copied out, and I undertook to 'edit it for the Camden Series. Further investigation soon showed the undesirubility of publishing the record as it stands, for reasons which are set forth later. Here it need only be said that the smaller roll only contains portion of the proceedings of the Commission, and that the more bulky roll which includes the rest had also to come within the editor's purview. An unusual press of literary and academic work made it impracticable for me to spend suflicient consecutive time in London to work through its contents. Accordine the project slumbered for some time, until last summer I had the good fortune to associate With myself in the labour my pupil, Miss Hilda. J ohnstone, b.a., J ones Fellow of the University of Manchester, who kindly undertook the nu grateful office of pompleting the task that I had been unable to accomplish. The results of our work are now offered to the public. I am able to assume responsibility for the plan of the publi cation, the correctness of the texts transcribed from Roll 541 B.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a compelling exploration of the trials of judges and officials undertaken by King Edward I shortly after his triumphant return from Gascony in 1289. Rooted in extensive archival research, the book offers a window into a largely overlooked but fascinating chapter in English history. Following a period of royal absence, Edward I found his realm plagued by numerous grievances brought forth by rampant lawlessness, corruption, and abuse of power within the judiciary. Prompted by these concerns, the King commissioned a special investigation to uncover the truth behind such claims. The trials that ensued exposed a staggering network of misconduct among high-ranking officials, revealing a pattern of extortion, bribery, illegal imprisonment, perversion of justice, and even murder. The book delves into the specific cases brought before the commission, providing an illuminating study of medieval justice and the inner workings of the royal court. Through meticulous analysis of the surviving records, the author sheds light on the nature and extent of official malfeasance during this tumultuous period. The book's significance lies in its contribution to a fuller understanding of the legal and political landscape of 13th-century England. It offers fresh insights into the complex relationship between the Crown and its officials, highlighting the challenges faced by Edward I in his efforts to establish order and accountability within the justice system. Furthermore, the book provides valuable source material for scholars interested in the history of crime, punishment, and legal procedure in medieval England. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781390648577_0
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