Curran And His Contemporaries

By Charles Phillips and Charles Phillips

Book Overview

Curran and His Contemporaries is a book written by Charles Phillips that explores the life and work of John Philpot Curran, an Irish lawyer and politician who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of Curran's life, from his childhood in rural Ireland to his rise as one of the most prominent figures in Irish politics and law. The book also examines the political and social context of Curran's time, including the struggle for Irish independence and the role of the Catholic Church in Irish society. Through a series of anecdotes and historical accounts, Phillips paints a vivid picture of Curran's world and the people who inhabited it, including his contemporaries such as Daniel O'Connell, Robert Emmet, and Wolfe Tone. In addition to exploring Curran's personal and political life, the book also delves into his legal career, highlighting some of his most famous cases and legal arguments. Phillips provides a detailed analysis of Curran's legal philosophy and his contributions to the development of Irish jurisprudence. Overall, Curran and His Contemporaries is a fascinating and insightful look at one of Ireland's most important historical figures and the world in which he lived. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, politics, or law.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163299650
• ISBN13: 9781163299654
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"