Incidents in the Life of Matthew Hale

This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and character of Matthew Hale, a prominent English judge and scholar of the 17th century. Written by two of his contemporaries, Gilbert Burnet and Richard Baxter, this work offers a firsthand account of Hale's moral and religious beliefs, as well as his contributions to law and scholarship. This book will appeal to anyone interested in the history of English law and society.

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