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Animal Trials

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Book Synopsis: An edited version of the text Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals—omitting much of the legal analysis and concentrating on an extraordinary range of trialsTo try an animal in a court of law for "crimes" and then sentence it to imprisonment or death seems barbaric, but for hundreds of years until the mid-19th century this practice was commonplace in Europe, and became the subject of a book called Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals. They include: an eight-month trial of a flock of weevils, for damaging vines—although the insects were found guilty, the sentence is unknown because the foot of the relevant parchment was eaten by insects. A pig tried found guilty of strangling and killing a baby in its cradle—the sentence was death and the pig was hanged. A group of rats who were summoned to court for eating the local barley, but failed to turn up—their defense counsel successfully argued that they had probably not received the summons and should be let off. There were even trials of inanimate objects, such as a Russian bell put on trial for abetting insurrection. It was found guilty and exiled to Siberia.

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Discover the shocking and captivating world of animal trials with our fascinating book, "Animal Trials: Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals." Immerse yourself in a thought-provoking journey as we uncover the bizarre yet intriguing practice of trying animals for "crimes" and handing down imprisonment or even death sentences. This edited version of the original text focuses on the trials themselves, omitting excess legal analysis and giving you an extraordinary range of gripping stories.

Witness the extraordinary eight-month trial of a flock of weevils accused of damaging vines. Uncover the suspenseful details as these tiny insects were found guilty, but a twist of fate leaves us questioning the unknown consequences—what happened when the foot of the relevant parchment was eaten by insects? Dive into a chilling tale of justice as we explore the trial of a pig found guilty of strangling and killing a baby in its cradle, resulting in a sentence no one saw coming: death by hanging.

But it's not just animals—the world of inanimate objects faces its own peculiar trials. Delve into the mind-boggling case of a Russian bell put on trial for abetting insurrection. Experience the surprising verdict as this seemingly inanimate object is found guilty and exiled to Siberia, showcasing the extent of this unique legal system.

Unearth the mysteries of the past, let curiosity guide your exploration, and open your mind to the unbelievable. With "Animal Trials," you'll gain knowledge about a captivating yet brutal period in history. Immerse yourself in these enthralling stories today and experience the extraordinary world of animal trials.

Ready to uncover the truth behind these extraordinary trials? Start your journey now by grabbing your own copy of "Animal Trials: Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals" and revisit a time when justice took fascinatingly odd forms. Get your copy now and begin your captivating adventure!

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