Commentaries On The Law Of Bailments

""Commentaries On The Law Of Bailments: With Illustrations From The Civil And Foreign Law"" is a comprehensive legal treatise written by Joseph Story and originally published in 1878. The book provides a detailed analysis of the law of bailments, which governs the relationships between parties who temporarily transfer possession of personal property. The commentary covers a wide range of topics related to bailments, including the duties and liabilities of bailees (those who receive the property), the rights and obligations of bailors (those who transfer the property), and the different types of bailments that can arise in various contexts. In addition to exploring the common law principles of bailment, Story also draws on examples from civil law jurisdictions and foreign legal systems to provide a comparative perspective on the topic. The book includes numerous illustrations and examples to help readers understand the complex legal concepts involved. Overall, ""Commentaries On The Law Of Bailments"" is a valuable resource for legal scholars, practitioners, and anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the law of bailments and its application in different legal systems.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.