The Life Of Sir Edward Coke V2: Lord Chief Justice Of England In The Reign Of James I

By Cuthbert William Johnson

Book Overview

The Life of Sir Edward Coke V2: Lord Chief Justice of England in the Reign of James I is a biography written by Cuthbert William Johnson. The book chronicles the life and career of Sir Edward Coke, one of the most prominent legal figures in English history. Coke served as Lord Chief Justice of England during the reign of James I, and played a key role in shaping the country's legal system. The book provides a detailed account of Coke's early life, education, and legal training, as well as his rise to prominence as a lawyer and judge. It also covers his major legal cases, including his role in the trial of Sir Walter Raleigh, and his clashes with the monarchy over the limits of royal authority. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English law, as well as those interested in the life and career of one of its most important figures.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: 1432667181
• ISBN13: 9781432667184
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 500 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"