Although Magna Carta was often invoked in an unsophisticated and anachronistic manner; it became a prominent symbol of liberty for early nineteenth-century radicals. They saw Magna Carta as the basis of an ancient constitution that was under threat from an increasingly powerful and unaccountable executive. That position was demonstrated clearly in this book; published in support of Queen Caroline (d. 1821); which suggested that to defend the Queen was to defend the ancient rights established by Magna Carta. The book went through at least five editions in 1820; and was 'Dedicated to the Ladies of Great Britain'. In this illustration; 'Magna Charta' is depicted alongside the 'Laws of England' as part of a banner of 'Freedom': as the accompanying poem states; 'Destroy Magna Charta; and then in its place / Allow us like slaves; To exist in disgrace'.