Forensic Fables by O by Theo Mathew (English) Paperback Book

Description: Forensic Fables by O by Theo Mathew Forensic Fables appeared first in the Law Journal and then in book form between 1926 and 1932. They were published anonymously, but their authorship was quickly guessed. They were the work of Theo Mathew composed in his study on the ground floor at the back of 31 Cornwall Gardens. They show his wit in all its maturity FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Forensic Fables appeared first in the Law Journal and then in book form between 1926 and 1932. They were published anonymously, but their authorship was quickly guessed. The literary style and the pictorial delineation were alike unmistakable. They were the work of Theo Mathew composed in his study on the ground floor at the back of 31 Cornwall Gardens. They show his wit in all its maturityTheo Mathew was born in 1866, the elder son of Lord Justice Mathew. Educated at the Oratory School and Trinity College, Oxford he was called to the bar in 189O and practiced in the South-Eastern Circuit and in London. He established a substantial common law practice and was frequently briefed in commercial cases. In later years he specialised increasingly in libel. He was the author of The Practice of the Commercial Court and for some years was Editor of Commercial Cases. Recorder of Margate from 1913 to 1927 and of Maidstone from 1927 to 1936, Theo Mathew was a Bencher of Lincolns Inn and was due to become Treasurer when he died in the summer of 1939.Throughout his life, in addition to his legal work, he found time to write articles literary and historical, mainly with a legal flavour. He was widely recognised as the wittiest member of the Bar, his style lighter than his fathers and with a perfect spontaneity. He had a delightful sense of the ridiculous and had a merciless eye for the pretentious. Nor was his wit limited to legal subjects; he admitted once, very reluctantly, that he was responsible for the famous Dr. Livingstone, I presume? story.Theo Mathew had a deep respect for the traditions of his profession and great affection for so many of those who practised it. This book is evidence of both. Author Biography Theo Mathew was called to the bar in 1890. He established a substantial common law practice, was frequently briefed in commercial cases and specialised increasingly in libel in later years. Author of The Practice of the Commercial Court and Editor of Commercial Cases he was Recorder of Margate from 1913-1927 and of Maidstone from 1927-936, he was a Bencher of Lincolns Inn and was due to become Treasurer when he died in the summer of 1939. Table of Contents Foreword by Lord Birkett, P.C.Stick to a Stuff-Gown by Hubert Picarda 1982Table of StatutesTable of Cases Cited1. The Common Law Leader and The Promising Equity Junior2. The Inexperienced Advocat and The Holder in Due Course3. The Youthfull Barrister and The Exceedingly Painful Case4. The Circuiteer and The Nice Old Buffer5. The Tactful Magistrate and The Much-Respected Colleague6. The Double-First and The Old Hand7. The Two Aged Conveyancers and The Good Story8. The Zelous Clerk who Overdid it9. The Judge who Closed his Eyes10. The Elderly Junior and The Lady Pupil11. The Enthusiastic Beginner who Thought Better of it12. The Witty Judge and The Bronchial Usher13. Irene, her Young Man and The Necklace14. The Defeated Litigant and The Rash Attendant15. The Society Suit and The Unexpected Settlement16. The Traveller who Suffered from Shock and The Railway Companys Physician17. Adolphus Brown, Mr Justice Gump and The Interesting Case18. Mr Blowhard, K.C. and Mr Footle, K.C.19. The Blushing Beginner and The Bearded Juryman20. The Utter Barrister and The Important Treatise21. The Common Law Junior and The Originating Summons22. The Sarcastic Counsel and Mr MacIntosh, the Moneylender23. The Ambitious Youth who wanted Eligible Chambers24. The White-Haired Trustee and The Highly-Placed Official25. The Real Property Lawyer and The Surley Gamekeeper26. The Industrious Youth and The Stout Stranger27. Mr Whitewig and The Rash Question28. The K.C,M.P. and The Bill for the Supression of Night Clubs29. Mr Justice Cattemall and Mr Justice Dearlove30. The Sound Lawyer who Made a Good Resolution Long Description Forensic Fables appeared first in the Law Journal and then in book form between 1926 and 1932. They were published anonymously, but their authorship was quickly guessed. The literary style and the pictorial delineation were alike unmistakable. They were the work of Theo Mathew composed in his study on the ground floor at the back of 31 Cornwall Gardens. They show his wit in all its maturity Theo Mathew was born in 1866, the elder son of Lord Justice Mathew. Educated at the Oratory School and Trinity College, Oxford he was called to the bar in 189O and practiced in the South-Eastern Circuit and in London. He established a substantial common law practice and was frequently briefed in commercial cases. In later years he specialised increasingly in libel. He was the author of The Practice of the Commercial Court and for some years was Editor of Commercial Cases. Recorder of Margate from 1913 to 1927 and of Maidstone from 1927 to 1936, Theo Mathew was a Bencher of Lincolns Inn and was due to become Treasurer when he died in the summer of 1939. Throughout his life, in addition to his legal work, he found time to write articles literary and historical, mainly with a legal flavour. He was widely recognised as the wittiest member of the Bar, his style lighter than his fathers and with a perfect spontaneity. He had a delightful sense of the ridiculous and had a merciless eye for the pretentious. Nor was his wit limited to legal subjects; he admitted once, very reluctantly, that he was responsible for the famous Dr. Livingstone, I presume? story. Theo Mathew had a deep respect for the traditions of his profession and great affection for so many of those who practised it. This book is evidence of both. Details ISBN0854901396 Author Theo Mathew Pages 300 Series Wildy Classics Year 2013 ISBN-10 0854901396 ISBN-13 9780854901395 Format Paperback Publication Date 2013-11-22 Language English Media Book DEWEY 340.0207 UK Release Date 2013-11-22 Imprint Wildy, Simmonds and Hill Publishing Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2013-11-22 NZ Release Date 2013-11-22 Publisher Wildy, Simmonds and Hill Publishing Replaces 9781898029878 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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