Courts and Trials: A Reference Handbook

I have to confess that I find it difficult to grasp exactly what Courts and Trials sets out to achieve, and towards whom it is aimed. The preface says that the book “provides a comprehensive overview of courts and trial processes, including the functions of courts for society” and “examines important debates about how courts and trials might be improved”, as well as providing information about the history of courts and trials, and an extensive list of resources for further information. I do not say that this is inaccurate or misleading, but that it is perhaps rather ambitious for a...