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Campbell, John Campbell, Baron
1779
1861
Campbell, John, Lord
Campbell, Lord
Hildreth, Richard
1807
1865
Hildreth, R. (Richard)
28011693
Atrocious Judges : Lives of Judges Infamous as Tools of Tyrants and Instruments of Oppression
Roger Le Brabancon -- Robert Tresilian -- Thomas Billing -- John Fitzjames -- Thomas Fleming -- Nicholas Hyde -- John Brampston -- Robert Heath -- Robert Foster -- Robert Hyde -- John Kelynge -- William Scroggs -- Francis North -- Edmund Saunders -- George Jeffreys -- Robert Wright.
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"Atrocious Judges: Lives of Judges Infamous as Tools of Tyrants and Instruments" by John Lord Campbell is a historical account likely written in the mid-19th century. The book examines the lives and actions of judges notorious for their complicity with despots and the oppressive use of judicial power. Through this exploration, it delves into the themes of justice, tyranny, and the manipulation of the legal system. The opening of this work sets the stage by discussing the historical significance of the judicial power, particularly in the context of the Anglo-Saxon and Norman influences on law and governance. It reflects on how the evolution of the English judicial system shaped the struggle for liberty and justice throughout British history. Additionally, the introduction mentions the biographies derived from Lord Campbell's writings, laying the groundwork for narratives on judges like Roger le Brabacon and Robert Tresilian, who played key roles in England's political and legal landscape, often at the expense of justice. The tone suggests a condemnation of those who abused their positions for power and tyranny, inviting readers to consider the implications of judicial authority in both the past and present. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Judges -- England -- Biography
Political questions and judicial power -- England -- History
Judicial corruption -- England -- History
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Category: Biographies
Category: History - British
Category: Law & Criminology
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