Sketch Of The Life Of Frederic Kidder (1887)

Sketch of the Life of Frederic Kidder is a biographical account of the life of Frederic Kidder, written by John Ward Dean and published in 1887. The book provides a detailed overview of Kidder's life, from his birth in 1804 to his death in 1885. Kidder was a prominent lawyer, judge, and historian, and the book explores his many accomplishments in these fields. The book begins with a brief overview of Kidder's family background and early life, before delving into his career as a lawyer. Kidder was admitted to the bar in 1828 and quickly established himself as a skilled and respected attorney. He served as a judge in the Massachusetts Court of Common Pleas from 1842 to 1859, and later as a judge in the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court from 1859 to 1868. In addition to his legal career, Kidder was also a prolific historian. He wrote several books on the history of Massachusetts and New England, and was a founding member of the Massachusetts Historical Society. The book explores Kidder's contributions to the field of history, as well as his involvement in various other organizations and societies. Throughout the book, Dean provides a detailed and engaging account of Kidder's life and accomplishments. He draws on a variety of sources, including Kidder's own writings and correspondence, to paint a vivid picture of this important figure in Massachusetts history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of law, politics, and society in nineteenth-century Massachusetts.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.