The Story of Elizabeth Canning Considered
John Hill's book, The Story of Elizabeth Canning Considered, is a comprehensive examination of the famous eighteenth-century case of Elizabeth Canning. Hill examines the evidence and testimony presented in the trial, as well as the various theories and interpretations of the case. He also looks at the social and political context of the time, and how it may have influenced the outcome of the trial. Hill's book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the case, and the legal and social implications of the trial.
By John Hill · First published 1753 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Biography, Mystery · 11,987 words
First lines
Before I speak any thing in support of that Truth, on the Evidence of which the Life of a most injur'd Person depends; I think it necessary, that I may not seem, under the Colour of public Information, to be acting an interested Part, and defending my own Conduct, to say, that I am convinced it needs no Defence. Whatsoever the Malice of little Adversaries may wish to propagate on this Head, I shall be at Ease in my own Mind, while conscious of the Honesty of my Intention; and I have Reason to be satisfied, with Regard to the Opinion of the World, while I have the Honour to be told, that he who is certainly the best Judge, and perhaps the best Person in it, says, that I have done as became a prudent Man.
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is based on the true story of Elizabeth Canning, a woman who was accused of lying about her abduction in 1753.
- Biography — The book is a biography of Elizabeth Canning, detailing her life and the events surrounding her abduction.
- Mystery — The book follows the mystery of Elizabeth Canning's abduction and the subsequent investigation into her story.
- Non-Fiction — The book is based on a true story and is written in a non-fiction style.
Tags
1707-1754 · 1734-1773 · 1754. clear state of the case of elizabeth canning · 1773 · Canning · Clear state of the case of Elizabeth Canning · Elizabeth · England · Fielding · Henry · Trials · Trials (Perjury)
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- Work type: Historical account
- Author: John Hill
- Date: 1753 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Biography, Mystery, Non-Fiction
- Length: 11,987 words
- Structure: 1 section, 91 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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