An obscenity trial that shocked Victorian Britain
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Annie and Bradlaw: Partners in Activism
The chapter explores the unexpected bond between Anne and Bradlaw as they face a controversial legal battle over a birth control pamphlet, leading Anne to become an activist. It details their arrest, trial in the highest court overseen by Lord Chief Justice Alexander Cockburn, and the media sensation that ensued. Annie's eloquent defense, the coverage of the trial, and its impact on debates regarding freedom of speech, women's rights, and class issues are discussed.
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