The book "Report of the facts concerning the mistreatment of Mr. J. Elsey, formerly lessee of a large part of Havering Park Farm in the Forest of Gainout, in certain transactions with the Forestry and Forestry Commission and their agents; to which is annexed" (by: John Elsey) is a documentary evidence unfair treatment of one of the villagers who defended his rights in relations with the authorities. This book reveals the complex relationship between the authorities and the common people of that time, reflecting the conflict of interests and the bloodiness of the system. The author offers his reflections and testimonies to provoke deep moral and political reflection on the principles of justice and human rights in the reader.