Publisher's Synopsis
Lives of Eminent English Judges of the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries is a historical book written by William Newland Welsby and published in 1846. The book is a collection of biographies of notable English judges who lived during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. The judges featured in the book include Sir Matthew Hale, Sir William Blackstone, Lord Mansfield, and Lord Kenyon, among others. The book provides a detailed account of the lives and careers of these eminent judges, including their upbringing, education, legal training, and notable cases they presided over. The author also delves into the political and social context of the times in which these judges lived, providing insight into the legal and cultural landscape of seventeenth and eighteenth-century England.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both legal scholars and general readers interested in English history. The author's extensive research and attention to detail provide a rich and engaging portrait of these influential legal figures. Overall, Lives of Eminent English Judges of the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English law and the lives of the people who helped shape it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
