Unlock the people behind the Inns of Court in early modern England.
This biographical register gathers the names, origins, and connections of students who studied at the Inner Temple between 1571 and 1625, painting a vivid portrait of Elizabethan and early Stuart society. This edition transforms scattered notes into a coherent reference, helping readers trace legal careers, family ties, and social networks across two turbulent centuries. It provides concrete details about where students came from, who they married, and how they moved through law and public life.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a remarkable exploration of the lives and careers of individuals admitted to the Inner Temple, one of the four historic Inns of Court in London, between 1571 and 1593. It reveals the fascinating social and legal landscape of Elizabethan England and illuminates the remarkable contributions of lawyers to the shape of English society. Drawing on meticulous research, the author provides detailed biographical sketches of over 700 men, offering a remarkable insight into the legal profession, the social and political networks of the time, and the intellectual and cultural ferment that characterised the era. By delving into the lives of these individuals, the book reveals the vital role of lawyers in shaping the legal system, politics, and society of their time. Through these biographies, the book uncovers the diverse backgrounds, motivations, and experiences of these Elizabethan lawyers, shedding light on their education, training, and professional advancement. It highlights the legal, social, and political challenges they encountered, and the significant impact they had on the development of English common law and the broader legal landscape. Overall, this book is a valuable contribution to our understanding of the legal profession and the social history of Elizabethan England, offering a fresh perspective on the lives and careers of individuals who played a pivotal role in shaping the legal and political fabric of their time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333720391_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333720391
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