An Address on the Life and Character of Chief-Justice Samuel Sewall (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781149896389)

This is a biographical address delivered by George Edward Ellis on the life and character of Samuel Sewall, a prominent figure in early American history. Sewall (1652-1730) served as a chief justice of Massachusetts and is particularly remembered for his role in the Salem witch trials. Ellis's account provides insights into Sewall's public service, legal career, and personal life, offering a valuable perspective on a complex historical figure during a formative period in American history.

The address explores Sewall's evolving views and contributions to the social and political landscape of colonial Massachusetts, providing a detailed and thoughtful examination suitable for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the early development of American jurisprudence and society.

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