Benjamin Chew 1722-1810

""Benjamin Chew 1722-1810"" is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most prominent colonial figures. Written by Burton Alva Konkle, this book explores the life and legacy of Benjamin Chew, a lawyer and judge who played a crucial role in shaping the early history of the United States.The book begins by tracing Chew's early life in colonial America, including his education and upbringing in a prominent Quaker family. From there, it delves into Chew's career as a lawyer, which saw him rise to become one of the most respected legal minds of his time.Throughout the book, Konkle explores Chew's many accomplishments, including his role in drafting Pennsylvania's first constitution and his appointment as Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. He also examines Chew's complex relationship with the British Empire, which saw him both support and oppose colonial resistance to British rule.In addition to providing a detailed account of Chew's life and career, the book also offers insights into the broader social and political context of colonial America. It explores the tensions between the colonies and the British Empire, as well as the complex relationships between different groups within colonial society.Overall, ""Benjamin Chew 1722-1810"" is a fascinating and informative biography that sheds new light on an important figure in American history. It will be of interest to anyone who wants to learn more about the early history of the United States, as well as to those interested in legal history and the role of the judiciary in shaping American society.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.