Trial By Sasswood
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling narrative, Trial By Sasswood, transports readers to the heart of West Africa, presenting a vivid account of traditional Liberian society and its intricate legal customs. The author chronicles the journey of a young woman accused of witchcraft, illustrating the profound impact of cultural beliefs on justice and community. Through rich ethnographic detail, the work uncovers the complexities of indigenous law and the emotional toll of such accusations. It offers a poignant and insightful look into a world where ancient traditions clash with individual fates, revealing the resilience of the human spirit amidst adversity. This powerful story argues for a deeper understanding of diverse legal systems and the universal search for truth.
Author: Esther Warner
Format: Hardback
Published: 1956, Readers Union; Victor Gollancz
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling narrative, Trial By Sasswood, transports readers to the heart of West Africa, presenting a vivid account of traditional Liberian society and its intricate legal customs. The author chronicles the journey of a young woman accused of witchcraft, illustrating the profound impact of cultural beliefs on justice and community. Through rich ethnographic detail, the work uncovers the complexities of indigenous law and the emotional toll of such accusations. It offers a poignant and insightful look into a world where ancient traditions clash with individual fates, revealing the resilience of the human spirit amidst adversity. This powerful story argues for a deeper understanding of diverse legal systems and the universal search for truth.