Sir Frederick Darley : Sixth Chief Justice of New South Wales 1886-1910

The new biography of Sir Frederick Darley in J M Bennett's acclaimed Lives of the Australian Chief Justices series Describes in fascinating detail one of the most extraordinary episodes in Australian judicial history. Richly detailed chapters trace Darley's progression from birth and education in Ireland to Bar practice there at a time when too many lawyers competed for too little work The product of meticulous research, Sir Frederick Darley paints an illuminating portrait of the life and times of this important man, whose judicial accomplishments and dedication to duty and service won great acclaim and respect