Historic legal battles of famous men.

This book offers a gripping account of some of the most notorious trials in history, including cases involving Captain Kidd, Dr. Smethurst, Alfred Rouse, Paddy Carraher, and John Straffen. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of crime and legal justice. The annotations add a layer of depth to the original material and make it accessible to a wider range of readers.