The book ""Life of Francis Blackburne, Late Lord Chancellor of Ireland: Sometime Also Master of the Rolls, Lord Chief-Justice of the Queen's Bench, and Lord Justice of Appeal"" is a biography of the prominent Irish lawyer and judge, Francis Blackburne. The book was written by Blackburne's son, Edward Blackburne, and was originally published in 1874. The biography provides a detailed account of Francis Blackburne's life and career, including his early years as a lawyer, his rise to prominence in the legal profession, and his eventual appointment as Lord Chancellor of Ireland. The book also explores Blackburne's personal life, including his family background, his marriage, and his relationships with his colleagues and contemporaries.Throughout the book, Edward Blackburne draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and other documents, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of his father. He also offers insights into the legal and political landscape of Ireland during Blackburne's lifetime, including the various controversies and issues that shaped his career.Overall, ""Life of Francis Blackburne, Late Lord Chancellor of Ireland"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of Ireland's most notable legal figures. It offers a valuable window into the life and times of a man who played a significant role in shaping the country's legal and political history.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.