A Historical Account of the Luddites of 1811-1813: With Report of Their Trials at York Castle (1862)

A Historical Account Of The Luddites Of 1811-1813: With Report Of Their Trials At York Castle (1862) is a book written by John Cowgill and published by an unknown publisher. The book provides a detailed historical account of the Luddite movement that took place in England between 1811 and 1813. The Luddites were a group of textile workers who protested against the introduction of new machinery that threatened their livelihoods. The book describes the events that led to the Luddite uprising and the subsequent trials of the movement's leaders at York Castle. Cowgill's account is based on contemporary reports and eyewitness accounts, providing a valuable insight into the social and economic conditions of early 19th century England. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the Industrial Revolution and its impact on working-class communities.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.