Shakespeare's Legal Acquirements Considered, In A Letter To J. Payne Collier (1859)

by John Payne Collier and John Campbell

Book Overview

Shakespeare's Legal Acquirements Considered, In A Letter To J. Payne Collier (1859) is a book written by John Campbell. The book is a letter addressed to J. Payne Collier, in which Campbell discusses Shakespeare's legal knowledge and its impact on his works. Campbell argues that Shakespeare's legal knowledge was extensive and that it influenced his writing, particularly in his depiction of legal proceedings and the use of legal language. The book provides a detailed analysis of Shakespeare's legal references and explores the possible sources of his legal knowledge. Campbell also discusses the legal education of the time and the role of the Inns of Court in Shakespeare's era. Overall, Shakespeare's Legal Acquirements Considered is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Shakespeare's works and his knowledge of the law.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164008137
• ISBN13: 9781164008132
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"