Offering an account of 100 important legal battles, this text sets the stage for each case, presents the details, discloses the verdict and analyzes the impact of the action. Cases covered include Marie Antoinette, Oscar Wilde, Klaus Barbie and Yigil Amir.
Complementing Great American Trials, this text covers 100 famous trials and cases from world history. Trials are selected based on political, historical, or legal significance, notoriety and courtroom dramatics. Chronologically arranged entries feature important facts and an...