""A Sketch of the Professional and Judicial Character of the Late George Sharswood: Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania"" is a book written by George Washington Biddle in 1883. The book is a tribute to the life and career of George Sharswood, who served as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania from 1879 until his death in 1883. Biddle provides a detailed account of Sharswood's professional and judicial character, highlighting his legal expertise and his commitment to justice and fairness. The book includes anecdotes and personal recollections of Sharswood from his colleagues and friends, as well as a discussion of his contributions to the development of Pennsylvania law. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Pennsylvania law and the life of one of its most distinguished jurists.""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.