Commentaries On American Law (1836)

Commentaries on American Law is a comprehensive legal treatise written by Theophilus Parsons, a prominent American jurist and legal scholar. First published in 1836, the book provides a detailed analysis of the American legal system, including its history, principles, and practices. The book is organized into four volumes, each covering a different area of law. Volume one focuses on the sources of American law, including the Constitution, statutes, and common law. Volume two covers contracts, property rights, and torts, while volume three delves into criminal law, procedure, and evidence. The final volume covers equity, trusts, and the law of wills. Throughout the text, Parsons provides insightful commentary on legal principles and cases, drawing on his extensive knowledge of the law and his experience as a judge and lawyer. He also includes numerous examples and case studies to illustrate key concepts and principles. Commentaries on American Law was widely praised for its clarity, depth, and accuracy, and quickly became a standard reference work for lawyers, judges, and legal scholars. Today, it remains an important historical document and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of American law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.