Lemuel Shaw: Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts (1885)

Lemuel Shaw: Chief Justice Of The Supreme Judicial Court Of Massachusetts (1885) is a biography written by Leonard W. Levy. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of Lemuel Shaw, who served as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts in the mid-19th century. The author explores Shaw's background, education, and legal career, as well as his contributions to the development of American jurisprudence. The book also delves into Shaw's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his involvement in social and political issues of the time. Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Levy offers a detailed and engaging portrait of one of the most influential legal figures of his era. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of American law and the individuals who shaped it.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.