This collection amalgamates a diverse array of literary styles, ranging from verbatim court records to impassioned political analyses, thereby offering a multi-faceted view of the events and ideological battles of the era.

Arthur Thistlewood and three other Spencean leaders were arrested and charged with high treason as a result of the riot; James Watson was on trial during June 1817 with Messrs Wetherell and Copley as their defence counsel.

Arthur Thistlewood and three other Spencean leaders were arrested and charged with high treason as a result of the riot; James Watson was on trial during June 1817 with Messrs Wetherell and Copley as their defence counsel.