This gripping account of one of the most notorious trials in British history tells the story of Arthur Thistlewood and his fellow revolutionaries, who plotted to overthrow the government and establish a republic in the early 19th century. Combining courtroom drama with political intrigue, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, politics, or law. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.