A Discourse Pronounced Upon the Inauguration of the Author as Dane Professor of Law in Harvard University: On the Twenty-Fifth Day of August, 1829.

The book presents a discourse delivered during the author's inauguration as the Dane Professor of Law at Harvard University. It explores themes of legal education, the evolution of law, and the responsibilities of legal scholars. The author reflects on the significance of law in society and the importance of fostering a deep understanding of legal principles among students. This historical address provides insight into early 19th-century legal thought and the academic environment of Harvard at the time.