Lord Stowell

Lord Stowell: His Life and the Development of English Prize Law is a book written by Edward Stanley Roscoe and published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Lord Stowell, a prominent figure in English legal history, and his contributions to the development of prize law. The book explores Lord Stowell's early life and education, his career as a lawyer, and his appointment as judge of the High Court of Admiralty. It also delves into his notable judgments and legal opinions, which helped shape the field of prize law in England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Roscoe's book provides readers with a detailed analysis of Lord Stowell's legal philosophy and the principles that guided his decisions. The author also examines the historical context surrounding Lord Stowell's career, including the Napoleonic Wars and the impact of international trade on English maritime law. Overall, Lord Stowell: His Life and the Development of English Prize Law is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English law, particularly in the field of prize law. It offers a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of the most influential legal minds of his time.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.