Episode notes
In this chapter of R.D. Blackmore’s The Maid of Sker, the spotlight falls not only on the verdict delivered, but also on the jurors themselves. Blackmore offers a sharp and sometimes satirical look at the men charged with deciding justice, questioning their motives, their judgment, and the weight of local influence in shaping the outcome.
It’s a chapter that blends legal drama with social commentary, showing how Victorian communities wrestled with truth, fairness, and authority.
For listeners in Porthcawl, Kenfig, and the surrounding area, this episode continues the rediscovery of a long-forgotten story — one that captures both the flavour of South Wales and the universal struggles of justice and human character.