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A vivid portrait of Sir Samuel Romilly, a 18th–19th century reformer who reshaped humane law in Britain.
From his Huguenot roots to his tireless work in Parliament, this biography traces Romilly’s life as a lawyer, reformer, and moral voice. It shows how his experiences in England and abroad shaped a dedication to legal fairness, prison reform, and the fight against cruel punishment. The book situates Romilly among fellow reformers and shows how his ideals influenced debates on liberty, justice, and Catholic emancipation.
Discover a life driven by conscience and imagination—a man who stood for humane laws at moments when the system pressed hard against reform. This edition gathers the milestones, friendships, and political battles that defined his career and left a lasting mark on British law.
- Origins and family background that connect him to the Huguenot diaspora
- Key reforms and legislative battles, including the push to limit or end cruel penalties
- Connections with political and philosophical contemporaries such as Bentham, Wilberforce, and Mackintosh
Ideal for readers of legal history, biographies of reformers, and anyone curious about how ideas for humane law moved from debate to practice.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book shines a light on the life, passion, and tireless reforming zeal of Sir Samuel Romilly, a Huguenot descendant who became a beacon of justice and a force for change in the British legal system. Romilly dedicated his life to championing the oppressed and reforming the harsh criminal code of his time. His tireless efforts led to the abolition of the death penalty for minor offenses, the establishment of schools for the poor, and the protection of animals from cruelty. The author delves into the social and political context of Romilly's era, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of a man who dedicated his life to making the world a more just and compassionate place. This book offers valuable insights into the evolution of British law, the fight for social justice, and the enduring legacy of one of the most influential legal reformers in history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282654948_0
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