Oscar Slater: The Great Suspect
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Peter Hunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Carroll & Nicholson, 1951
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account chronicles the sensational 1908 murder trial of Oscar Slater, a German-Jewish immigrant accused of a brutal killing in Glasgow. Peter Hunt meticulously uncovers the flawed investigation and the prejudiced atmosphere that led to Slater's wrongful conviction. The narrative presents a gripping examination of legal injustice and the tireless campaign for exoneration, illustrating the profound impact of public opinion and systemic bias on the course of justice. It argues for a re-evaluation of one of Scotland's most notorious miscarriages of justice, offering a detailed look into the complexities of the case.
Author: Peter Hunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Carroll & Nicholson, 1951
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account chronicles the sensational 1908 murder trial of Oscar Slater, a German-Jewish immigrant accused of a brutal killing in Glasgow. Peter Hunt meticulously uncovers the flawed investigation and the prejudiced atmosphere that led to Slater's wrongful conviction. The narrative presents a gripping examination of legal injustice and the tireless campaign for exoneration, illustrating the profound impact of public opinion and systemic bias on the course of justice. It argues for a re-evaluation of one of Scotland's most notorious miscarriages of justice, offering a detailed look into the complexities of the case.