The Life of Chief Justice Ellis Lewis, 1798-1871 (1907)

The Life of Chief Justice Ellis Lewis, 1798-1871 is a biographical book written by Burton Alva Konkle and published in 1907. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of Ellis Lewis, who served as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania from 1854 to 1867.The book begins with a brief introduction to Ellis Lewis's early life, including his family background and education. It then goes on to describe his early legal career, his political activities, and his appointment to the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania in 1851.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Lewis's tenure as Chief Justice, including his notable decisions and contributions to the development of Pennsylvania law. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage, family, and social activities.Throughout the book, Konkle draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and court records, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of Ellis Lewis. The book offers valuable insights into the life and career of one of Pennsylvania's most influential legal figures, and is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of the state's legal system.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.