""The Life of Sir James Fitzjames Stephen"" is a biography written by Leslie Stephen about his brother, Sir James Fitzjames Stephen, who was a judge of the High Court of Justice in England during the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Stephen's life, from his childhood and education to his legal career and personal relationships. It also explores Stephen's views on various political and social issues of the time, including the role of the judiciary, the death penalty, and women's rights. The biography offers insights into the legal system and social norms of Victorian England, as well as the personal struggles and triumphs of one of its most prominent judges. Overall, ""The Life of Sir James Fitzjames Stephen"" is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a significant figure in British legal history.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.