Brief Memoirs Of The Judges Whose Portraits Are Preserved In Guildhall (1791)

Brief Memoirs Of The Judges Whose Portraits Are Preserved In Guildhall is a book written by Edmund Burke and published in 1791. The book is a collection of short biographies of the judges whose portraits are displayed in the Guildhall in London. The judges included in the book are those who served in the Court of Common Pleas and the Court of King's Bench from the 16th to the 18th century. Burke provides a brief overview of their careers, highlighting their notable achievements and contributions to the legal system. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the development of the English legal system and the role of judges in it. It also provides insight into the lives and careers of some of the most prominent judges of the time. Overall, Brief Memoirs Of The Judges Whose Portraits Are Preserved In Guildhall is a valuable resource for anyone interested in legal history or the history of London. It is written in clear and concise language, making it accessible to a wide audience.To Which Are Prefixed, Engravings Of The Marble Sculptures, Representing The Earl Of Chatham And William Beckford. 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.