Publisher's Synopsis
The North Riding Record Society V1: Quarter Sessions Records (1884) is a book edited by J.C. Atkinson that contains historical records of the Quarter Sessions held in the North Riding of Yorkshire, England. The Quarter Sessions were local courts that dealt with criminal and civil cases, and the records in this book provide a fascinating glimpse into the legal proceedings and social conditions of the area during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book includes transcripts of court proceedings, lists of jurors and witnesses, and information about crimes and punishments. This volume is the first in a series published by the North Riding Record Society, which was established to preserve and publish historical records of the region. The book is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of Yorkshire and the legal system of early modern England.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.
