Francis Wharton: A Memoir (1891)

""Francis Wharton: A Memoir"" is a biographical account of the life of Francis Wharton, a prominent lawyer, author, and scholar of international law in the late 19th century. Written by Helen Elizabeth Moore and published in 1891, the book provides a detailed overview of Wharton's upbringing, education, and career, as well as his personal relationships and achievements. The author draws extensively from Wharton's letters, journals, and other writings to provide insights into his personality, interests, and beliefs. The book also includes a discussion of Wharton's contributions to legal scholarship, particularly in the areas of international law and the laws of war. Overall, ""Francis Wharton: A Memoir"" offers a comprehensive portrait of a significant figure in American legal history and sheds light on the intellectual and cultural milieu of the late 19th century.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.