Henry Milner is a political scientist whose work delves into themes of political participation and civil society. He investigates how citizens engage in political life and the consequences of their involvement for democracy. His analyses often highlight the intricate relationships between individuals, communities, and political institutions. Milner's approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the social and political processes that shape modern societies.
The memoir offers a unique perspective on the intersection of political engagement and observation through the author's experiences as a student, community activist, and strategist within the Parti Québécois. Henry Milner reflects on his dual role in politics, providing insights into social democracy as practiced in Scandinavia and other regions over the decades. His narrative highlights the intricacies of political life and the lessons learned from both active participation and critical observation.
A notorious loan shark is shot dead, in broad daylight, right outside the front doors of the Old Bailey. The killer is arrested at the scene and Adrian Stanford is lined up to take on the toughest defence case of his career. Can he steer his client past the no-nonsense Detective Chief Superintendent ‘Iron-Rod’ Stokes, hell-bent on achieving a murder conviction in his last case before retirement? That’s assuming he can keep his client alive in prison long enough for the trial to go ahead. Can his illustrious defence QC, Patrick ‘The Edge’ Gorman, swerve the case past the acerbic judge known to all as Mack the Knife, whose own resolve is being tested to the limit by an adulterous wife? And why is London underworld numero uno Big Jake Davenport showing such a keen interest in the proceedings?A wickedly eccentric cast of brilliantly drawn characters populate this daring debut from one of Britain’s top criminal defence lawyers. Dripping with sparkling dialogue and delicious wit, Murder at the Bailey is a masterly picaresque romp through the courtrooms, custody suites and London restaurants graced by the cognoscenti.
In this remarkable memoir, Milner gives a real insight into the life of a top
London criminal lawyer and into the mind of his clients, along the way
introducing us to some of the most colourful characters ever to appear on
either side of the dock.
