Publisher's Synopsis
A Guide to the Inns of Court and Chancery, written by Robert Richard Pearce and published in 1855, is a comprehensive guidebook to the legal institutions of London. The book provides detailed descriptions of the four Inns of Court (Lincoln's Inn, Gray's Inn, Inner Temple, and Middle Temple) and the Inns of Chancery (Clifford's Inn, Furnival's Inn, and New Inn), which were historically the training grounds for English barristers. The author provides a detailed history of each institution, tracing their origins back to the medieval period, and discusses the architecture and layout of the buildings. He also provides information on the various legal and social activities that took place within the Inns, including moots, dinners, and debates. The book also includes biographical sketches of notable barristers and judges who were associated with the Inns, including William Blackstone and Lord Mansfield. Additionally, the author provides information on the legal profession in general, including the process of becoming a barrister and the various roles within the legal system. Overall, A Guide to the Inns of Court and Chancery is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English legal system, as well as those looking to explore the rich cultural heritage of London's legal institutions.With Notices Of Their Ancient Discipline, Rules, Orders And Customs, Readings, Moots, Masques, Revels, And Entertainments.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.
