The Trial of Mungo Campbell: Before the High Court of Justiciary in Scotland, for the Murder of Alexander Earl of Eglintoun (1770)

The Trial of Mungo Campbell is a historical book that recounts the trial of Mungo Campbell before the High Court of Justiciary in Scotland for the murder of Alexander Earl of Eglintoun in 1770. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the murder, the investigation, and the trial itself. It also includes transcripts of witness testimonies, legal arguments, and the verdict. The author, Mungo Campbell, provides his own perspective on the trial and his defense, giving readers an insight into the mind of a man accused of a heinous crime. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish legal history and the criminal justice system of the 18th century.Extracted From The Records Of The Court.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.