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The Experiences Of A Barrister, And Confessions Of An Attorney

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English barrister and novelist Samuel Warren wrote a legal parody titled "The Experiences of a Barrister, and Confessions of an Attorney" in the 19th century. First published in 1833, the book presents a light-hearted and satirical view of the English legal system in the author's day. A barrister named Mr. Subtle reveals his experiences, insights, and confessions regarding the legal profession as the story progresses. Warren gives readers a satirical look into the inner workings of the legal profession by exposing the peculiarities, foolishness, and absurdities of the legal system through clever anecdotes and humorous situations. The book explores a number of legal practice topics, such as lawyer personalities, legal ethics, and courtroom antics. Its humorous storytelling entertains the reader while shedding light on the peculiarities and difficulties of the legal profession. It does this by fusing humour with social critique.

Author Biography:

Samuel Warren (1807-1877) was an English author, legal writer, and barrister in the 19th century. Born from a legal family, he was raised in County Cork, Ireland. Warren attended Trinity College in Dublin for his education. He then decided to pursue a career in law and in 1837 joined the Inner Temple in London as a barrister. Warren was successful in the legal field, but his literary accomplishments are arguably what made him most famous. "Ten Thousand a Year," a legal satire published in 1839, is his most well-known piece of writing. The book offers a sarcastic and funny portrait of the legal profession while parodying the social and legal structures of the day. Samuel Warren wrote articles and legal treatises in addition to novels. His satirical essay "The Experiences of a Barrister, and Confessions of an Attorney" (1833) offers a light hearted look into the legal profession. Warren's creative creations, which frequently combined humour with social criticism, were a reflection of his astute observations of society and the legal profession. His literary and legal contributions have had a long influence, and scholars continue to examine his writings for their literary and historical relevance.
Release date NZ
February 1st, 2024
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Pages
258
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Dimensions
140x216x15
ISBN-13
9789361159374
Product ID
38719044

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