First published in 1883, Law and Lawyers in Literature by Irving Browne is a rich compendium of literary reflections on lawyers and the legal profession, the book blends:
- Anecdotes & Humor: Includes amusing stories, witticisms, and legal jokes widely sourced from literature
- Literature Analysis: Draws on fiction, drama, and poetry-both British and American-to illustrate how lawyers appear in creative writing.
- Cultural Insight: Offers a tongue-in-cheek portrait of the legal profession's quirks and eccentricities, reflecting both the 19th-century legal culture and broader societal perceptions.
This book will be loved by literary fans of law, legal historians and for general readers.