Two very rare pamphlets associated with the Duke of York Scandal of 1809, in which the British king's second son was indicted for selling military commissions at the behest of his mistress, the infamous "Mrs. Clarke". 

Charges against the duke were brought by radical parliamentarian Gwyllym Lloyd Wardle, who became something of a folk hero for his daring, although he made many enemies who soon brought about his downfall. These two pamphlets, published in the same year, serve to illustrate some of Wardle's troubles.

TRIAL: the King, on the Prosecution of Gwyllym LLoyd Wardle, ESQ., M.P. Against Francis Wright, Daniel Wright and Mary Anne Clarke for Conspiracy, etc. 

This is a full transcript of the trial of the vengeful Mrs. Clarke and two co-conspirators who sought to swindle Wardle out of a large sum of money. The evidence was probably on Wardle's side, but he appeared to prevaricate on the witness stand and ended up losing the case. 

THE CLAIMS OF MR. WARDLE TO THE THANKS OF THE COUNTRY, etc.

An anonymous open letter, apparently written by a disgruntled fellow parliamentarian, who presents rather pious and nitpicking arguments in opposition to Wardle being given any formal commendation for his service in exposing royal corruption. Includes transcripts of blatant bribery letters written to Mrs. Clarke by persons seeking commissions.

These two pamphlets lack their original covers (if they ever had any). They were bound together with cloth tape sometime in the last 50 years, which does detract from their appearance. Otherwise, both remain in very good shape for their age, only minor age and use. 

Again, extremely rare: I find no copy of either publication -- not even a modern reprint -- for sale anywhere online. 

Both pamphlets measure 5.5" X 8.5", 60 and 45 pages. Ships promptly & securely.