The Life of Sir James Fitzjames Stephen, Bart., K.C.S.I. by Leslie Stephen

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Author Stephen, Leslie, 1832-1904
Title The Life of Sir James Fitzjames Stephen, Bart., K.C.S.I.
A Judge of the High Court of Justice
Note Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Life of Sir James Fitzjames Stephen, Bart., K.C.S.I." by Leslie Stephen is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the life and contributions of Sir James Fitzjames Stephen, a prominent judge of the High Court of Justice, highlighting his familial background, early life, and various career milestones. The author, who is Stephen's brother, aims to portray the character and influences that shaped his brother’s life and work. The opening of the biography introduces the context and motivation behind the author's writing. Leslie Stephen acknowledges his own lack of legal expertise but expresses a desire to emphasize his brother’s humanity and intrinsic qualities over a legalistic account of his achievements. The initial chapters outline the family history, beginning with their forebear James Stephen, who encountered numerous struggles, including imprisonment for debt. Leslie explores the family's dynamics, touching upon the social and educational influences that impacted Sir James Stephen's upbringing and eventual career, setting a personal and historical lens through which the reader may view the life of an influential legal figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoC Class KD: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United Kingdom and Ireland
Subject Stephen, James Fitzjames, Sir, 1829-1894
Subject Judges -- Great Britain -- Biography
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EBook-No. 28980
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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