Essays in the History of Early American LawInstitute of Early American History and Culture of Williamsburg, Va., 1969 - 534 páginas This collection of outstanding essays in the history of early American law is designed to meet the demand for a basic introduction to the literature of colonial and early United States law. Eighteen essays from historical and legal journals by outstanding authorities explore the major themes in American legal history from colonial beginnings to the early nineteenth century. Originally published in 1969. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value. |
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AN INTRODUCTION TO EARLY AMERICAN LEGAL HISTORY | 3 |
LAW AND COLONIAL SOCIETY | 41 |
COLONIAL COURTS AND THE COMMON | 53 |
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| Título | Essays in the History of Early American Law Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American Histo Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture and the University of North Carolina Press Series |
| Autor | Institute of Early American History and Culture (Williamsburg, Va.) |
| Editor | David H. Flaherty |
| Compilado por | David H. Flaherty |
| Colaborador | David H. Flaherty |
| Editor | Institute of Early American History and Culture of Williamsburg, Va., 1969 |
| ISBN | 0807811076, 9780807811078 |
| Largo | 534 páginas |
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