What the Judge Saw: Being Twenty-Five Years in Manchester by One Who Has Done It

"What the Judge Saw: Being Twenty-Five Years in Manchester" by Edward Abbott Parry is a memoir where the author uses his time as a judge to share what he witnessed, giving a personal account of his quarter-century living and working in Manchester and his return to London. The story focuses on getting older, who we are, and how time changes things, as he recalls people and places with a mix of fondness and critical observations about Manchester and its residents. Although he sees some "duller" aspects, he still feels a deep attachment to the city and his time there, using his memories to show his life and career, and how they shaped his ideas about home and where he belongs. The narrative tone is both nostalgic and thoughtful as he says goodbye to Manchester.