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Shemiakin Sud |
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Shemiakin Sud
a Russian term for an unjust trial. It derives from the title of a Russian satirical novella (Shemiaka’s Verdict) written in the second half of the 17th century. The novella, which is based on a folktale common among many peoples, exposes corruption and arbitrariness in the courts. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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