Learned in the Law (1882): Or Examples and Encouragements from the Lives of Eminent LawyersThe Lawbook Exchange, Ltd., 2002 - 404 páginas A set of biographical sketches of eminent jurists from the 17th through 19th centuries, including Lord Bacon, John Selden, the Earl of Mansfield, Sir William Jones, and Lord Brougham. Intended to encourage emulation, Adams offers a series of "Great Man" portraits in the manner of Carlyle that emphasizes the outstanding moral character, determination, and diligence of his subjects and their crucial contributions to Britain. Like many Victorians, Adams feared that the professional specialization created by the growth of science and industry would eliminate the type of well-rounded personality dear to the English. This concern is evident in his choice of representative figures. He demonstrates in each case that these were men of parts with a breadth of interests that contributed to their greatness as jurists. |
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... House of Commons , having been elected member for the Dorset- shire port of Melcombe Regis . The House at that time was graced by many illustrious statesmen and brilliant speakers , men whose names are now enrolled on the list of " the ...
... House of Commons as a reformer . He did not speak with bated breath or whispering humble- ness , but strongly protested , in language as clear as it was forcible , against the abuses which clogged the wheels of administration . This was ...
... House of Commons , and burst upon the world with his great work on " The Advancement of Learning , 42 FRANCIS BACON ( LORD VERULAM ) .
... House of Commons , where he now sat for the He borough of Ipswich , his influence rapidly increased . was the most powerful debater within its walls ; while the largeness of his views gave a peculiar dignity and value to his eloquent ...
... House , gathering around his hospitable board all that was most distinguished in the society of the day . It was ... parliament , which had been summoned by Lord Bacon's advice , assembled at Westminster . Both at home and abroad the aspect ...
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EARL SOMERS 16501716 | 104 |
EARL OF MANSFIELD 17041793 | 139 |
EDMUND BURKE 17271797 | 216 |
SIR WILLIAM JONES 17461794 | 291 |
SIR SAMUEL ROMILLY 17571818 | 311 |
LORD BROUGHAM 17791868 | 339 |