Shakespeare's Legal Acquirements Considered (1859)

Shakespeare's Legal Acquirements Considered is a book written by John Campbell and first published in 1859. The book provides an in-depth analysis of William Shakespeare's legal knowledge and how it is reflected in his plays. Campbell, who was a lawyer and judge, examines Shakespeare's use of legal terms and concepts in his works, and argues that the playwright had a deep understanding of the law.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Shakespeare's legal knowledge. Campbell discusses topics such as the legal system in Shakespeare's time, the role of lawyers in society, and the use of legal language in Shakespeare's plays. He also looks at specific plays, such as The Merchant of Venice and Measure for Measure, and examines how Shakespeare used legal themes and concepts in these works.Throughout the book, Campbell provides numerous examples and quotations from Shakespeare's plays to support his arguments. He also draws on historical and legal sources to provide context for Shakespeare's use of legal language and concepts.Shakespeare's Legal Acquirements Considered is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Shakespeare's works, legal history, or the intersection of law and literature. It offers a unique perspective on Shakespeare's legal knowledge and how it shaped his writing.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.