In Defense of Trial by Jury

This two-volume set shows signs of library use, with stamps and markings from the Colorado Supreme Court Library. The dust jackets exhibit some wear and minor tears, typical of ex-library copies. The bindings remain intact, and the pages are clean and unmarked, aside from library identifiers. Overall, the set is in good condition for reading and research purposes.

"In Defense of Trial by Jury" by J. Kendall Few is a comprehensive two-volume set published by the American Jury Trial Foundation in 1993. This work explores the critical role of the jury system in American democracy, offering insights into its historical and legal significance. Illustrated by Daniel Maffia, the volumes feature portraits of key historical figures like James Madison and Thomas Jefferson, emphasizing the enduring importance of trial by jury. As an ex-library set from the Colorado Supreme Court Library, it includes library markings and stamps, adding a layer of provenance. This edition, identified by ISBNs 0-9636658-1-2 and 0-9636658-2-0, is a valuable resource for legal scholars and historians interested in the evolution of the jury system. The condition reflects its library use, with wear and minor jacket tears, but it remains a significant scholarly text on American legal history.