Crisis of Democratic Accountability: Public Libel Law and the Checking Function of the Press

Lee, Michael

Gray, Mandi

Barker, Revel

<p>This historical record details the trial of Reverend Henry Bate, later Sir Henry Bate Dudley, stemming from a libel case brought against him by the Duke of Richmond. "The Trial (at Large) Of The Rev. Henry Bate" presents a fascinating glimpse into the legal and social dynamics of 18th-century England. The proceedings, meticulously documented, offer insights into the complexities of libel law and the power struggles of the era. </p><p>Readers interested in legal history, biographical accounts of prominent figures, or the intricacies of Georgian society will find this volume a valuable resource. The involvement of both a clergyman and a duke underscores the significance of the case and its implications for freedom of the press and the boundaries of acceptable public discourse.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>

<p>This historical record details the trial of Reverend Henry Bate, later Sir Henry Bate Dudley, stemming from a libel case brought against him by the Duke of Richmond. "The Trial (at Large) Of The Rev. Henry Bate" presents a fascinating glimpse into the legal and social dynamics of 18th-century England. The proceedings, meticulously documented, offer insights into the complexities of libel law and the power struggles of the era. </p><p>Readers interested in legal history, biographical accounts of prominent figures, or the intricacies of Georgian society will find this volume a valuable resource. The involvement of both a clergyman and a duke underscores the significance of the case and its implications for freedom of the press and the boundaries of acceptable public discourse.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>

Putra, Eka Nugraha