Sinopsis
This book is a biography of Thomas Denman, the first Baron Denman of Dovedale, who served as Chief Justice of England from 1832 to 1850. The author traces Denman's life from his early days as a lawyer to his rise to the peerage, providing a detailed account of his legal and political career. The book also explores Denman's personal life, including his marriage to Theodosia Anne Vevers and his friendships with other notable figures of the time. The author argues that Denman was a complex and fascinating man who played a significant role in British history. Through his work as Chief Justice, Denman made important contributions to the development of English law, particularly in the areas of criminal justice and civil liberties. He was also a vocal advocate for the abolition of slavery and other social reforms. This book offers a comprehensive and engaging account of Denman's life and work, providing valuable insights into the legal, political, and social history of 19th-century Britain.
Reseña del editor
Excerpt from Life of Thomas, First Lord Denman, Vol. 2 of 2: Formerly Lord Chief Justice of England
Denman on Norfolk Circuit, Spring Assizes, 1834, 1. Raised to the Peer age as Baron Denman of Dovedale, 1. Immediate cause of his eleva tion, 1. Correspondence: Lord G ey to Denman, March 19, 1834, 2. Denman to Lord Grey, March 20, 2. Lord Grey's second letter, March 21, 3. Denman's reply, March 22, 3. Correspondence between Brougham and Lady Denman in town, March 22, 4. Denman's letter to his wife from Bury St. Edmunds, March 22, 4. From Norwich, March 23 and 26, 5. Coke of Holkham in his eighty-second year, 5. Denman to his third daughter, Dear and Honorable Fanny, while waiting to be introduced into the House of Lords, 6. Kindness of his brother judges, 6. Civility of the Peers, 6. Margery Coke at two years; 7. Denman gratified at his peerage, 7. Apprehensions of some of his friends, 7. His want of wealth and of provident habits rendered the step doubtful, 7. His case an argument for life peerages, 8. His health suffered from the additional work of the House of Lords, 8. Removal from Russell Square to Port land Place, 8. Extract from letter to Mrs. Wright, written in library of House of Lords, 8. Denman's estimate of his own character and career, 9. How the King's cheese goes in parings, 9. Political changes in 1834, 9. Resignation of Lord Grey, 9. Of Lord Melbourne and all the Whig ministry, 9. Short dictatorship of the Duke of fwellington, 9. Denman holds the seal of the Chancellor of the Exchequer from N overn ber 28 to December 10, when Sir Robert Peel is appointed to the office, 9. Note from Duke of Wellington of November 27, 1834, explaining this, 10. Denman's second son, Joseph, appointed by Lord Auckland, just be fore the Whigs go out, to the Curlew, 10. First reformed Parliament dissolved, December 20, 1834, 10. New Parliament meets, February 19, 1835, 10. Letter from Guildhall to Mrs. Wright, February 26, 10. Heavy entry, 11. Late sittings, 11. Destruction of the monster Arrear, 11. Sir F. Pollock to the jury, 11. Reception of King and Ministry on Feb mary 9, 11. Brougham and Lyndhurst in the Lords, 11. Unpleasant prospects for Lyndhurst, 12.
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