Indications Respecting Lord Eldon

Indications Respecting Lord Eldon Is A Book Written By Jeremy Bentham Originally Published In 1825. The Book Is A Detailed Examination Of The Life And Career Of John Scott 1St Earl Of Eldon Who Served As Lord Chancellor Of England From 1801 To 1827. Bentham Provides A Critical Analysis Of Eldon'S Legal Decisions Political Views And Personal Character Arguing That Eldon'S Conservative Ideology And Strict Interpretation Of The Law Were Harmful To The Progress Of Justice And Individual Rights In England. The Book Also Includes A History Of The Pending Judges' Salary Raising Measure Which Was A Controversial Issue During The Early 19Th Century. Bentham Argues That Eldon'S Opposition To The Measure Was Motivated By His Desire To Maintain The Power And Influence Of The Judiciary Rather Than By A Genuine Concern For The Financial Well-Being Of Judges. Overall Indications Respecting Lord Eldon Is A Significant Work Of Legal And Political Analysis From One Of The Most Influential Thinkers Of The 19Th Century. It Sheds Light On The Complex Relationship Between Law Politics And Power In England During A Period Of Significant Social And Economic Change.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.