Briefless Ballads and Legal Lyrics by James Williams
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| Author | Williams, James, 1851-1911 |
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| Title |
Briefless Ballads and Legal Lyrics Second Series |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Briefless Ballads and Legal Lyrics" by James Williams is a collection of poetic works likely written in the late 19th century. This collection cleverly intertwines the themes of law and poetry, exploring the humorous and often absurd scenarios encountered within the legal profession. By employing light-hearted verse, Williams addresses the complexities and idiosyncrasies of the legal world, providing both entertainment and critique. The book features a variety of poems that reflect the experiences and musings of legal professionals, including tales of courtroom antics, humorous observations about legal processes, and the inherent struggles of balancing a legal career with personal aspirations. Through characters such as hopeful barristers and misguided clients, Williams delves into cases like "Mylward v. Weldon" and examines the relationship between justice and misfortune. The verses encapsulate both the trials of the legal field and its capacity for satire, making the collection a witty commentary on the intersection of law and life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Law -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25281 |
| Release Date | May 2, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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