Bardell v. Pickwick

Name: Bardell v. Pickwick
Author: Percy Fitzgerald

By Percy Fitzgerald

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An editor supplies an annotated account of a celebrated nineteenth-century breach-of-promise courtroom episode drawn from a comic narrative, reconstructing the trial record, witnesses, counsel, and judicial remarks while offering legal, theatrical, and humorous observations. The text summarizes the facts as presented at trial, sketches the principal figures and their conduct, and debates contested evidentiary and procedural points. Interwoven commentary considers the satirical techniques that make legal procedure comic, how contemporary law would alter the proceedings, and how illustrations and notes illuminate the courtroom staging and social context.

About the Author

Percy Fitzgerald

Percy Fitzgerald (1810-1895) was an English author and journalist known for his contributions to literature and theatre. He gained prominence for his works that often explored the intricacies of Victorian society, as seen in titles like "Bardell v. Pickwick" and "Pickwickian Manners and Customs," which reflect his engagement with Charles Dickens' legacy. Fitzgerald was also a keen observer of the arts, as demonstrated in his biography of Sir Henry Irving, capturing the essence of theatrical life in the 19th century. His travel writing, particularly in "A Day's Tour / A Journey through France and Belgium," showcases his ability to blend personal narrative with cultural commentary.