This fascinating memoir of a Victorian lawyer and man of letters offers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural milieu of the late 19th century. Written with warmth, humor, and a keen eye for detail, it describes the author's life as a barrister, judge, and writer, as well as his friendships with such luminaries as Charles Dickens, Oscar Wilde, and Henry Irving. With its lively anecdotes and engaging style, this book is a delightful read for anyone interested in the history of law, literature, and society. This work ...
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This fascinating memoir of a Victorian lawyer and man of letters offers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural milieu of the late 19th century. Written with warmth, humor, and a keen eye for detail, it describes the author's life as a barrister, judge, and writer, as well as his friendships with such luminaries as Charles Dickens, Oscar Wilde, and Henry Irving. With its lively anecdotes and engaging style, this book is a delightful read for anyone interested in the history of law, literature, and society. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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