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Human Leopards: An Account of the Trials of Human Leopards Before the Special Commission Court; With a Note on Sierra Leone, Past and Present

Kenneth James Beatty

Human Leopards: An Account of the Trials of Human Leopards Before the Special Commission Court; With a Note on Sierra Leone, Past and Present

Human Leopards: An Account of the Trials of Human Leopards Before the Special Commission Court; With a Note on Sierra Leone, Past and Present

Kenneth James Beatty

Archaeology & Anthropology, History - Other, Law & Criminology

Published in the early 20th century, 'Human Leopards' by Kenneth James Beatty provides a historical account of the Human Leopard Society in Sierra Leone, a group infamous for murder and cannibalism. The book details the trials of its members, focusing on the Special Commission Court's efforts to address these crimes. Beatty examines the cultural and sociopolitical factors that allowed such practices to thrive, offering insights into the grim realities of this secretive society and its brutal rituals.

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A historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the notorious Human Leopard Society, a secret...

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1878-1966

British author known for his critical examination of colonial justice in Sierra Leone.

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