The Journal of Henry Cockburn 1831 to 1854 V1

The Journal of Henry Cockburn 1831 to 1854 V1 is a book that is a compilation of the personal journal entries of Henry Cockburn, a Scottish lawyer, judge, and literary figure. The book covers a period of 23 years, from 1831 to 1854, and is the first volume of a series of journals that Cockburn kept throughout his life.The journal entries provide a fascinating insight into the life and times of 19th century Scotland, covering a wide range of topics such as politics, literature, and social issues. Cockburn was a keen observer of the world around him and his writing is characterized by its wit, intelligence, and candor.The book is divided into sections covering different periods of Cockburn's life, and each section includes a brief introduction that provides context for the events and issues discussed in the journal entries. The book also includes a comprehensive index that allows readers to easily locate specific topics or events.Overall, The Journal of Henry Cockburn 1831 to 1854 V1 is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on life in 19th century Scotland. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Scottish history, literature, or politics, and is sure to appeal to fans of personal journals and memoirs.1874. Being a Continuation of the Memorials of His Time. The Memoirs of a Scottish judge. Cockburn�������s forensic style was remarkable for its clearness, pathos and simplicity; and his conversational powers were unrivaled among his contemporaries. The extent of his literary ability only became known after he had passed his seventieth year, on the publication of his biography of Lord Jeffrey and from the Memorials of his Time, which appeared posthumously in 1856 and were followed by this volume and others in 1874.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.