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Memoirs And Letters Of James Kent, Late Chancellor Of The State Of New York

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Memoirs and Letters of James Kent, Late Chancellor of the State of New York is a biographical account of the life and career of James Kent, a prominent American lawyer, jurist, and legal scholar who served as Chancellor of New York State from 1814 to 1823. The book is written by William Kent, James Kent's grandson, who collected and edited his grandfather's personal papers, including letters, journals, and other documents. The memoirs provide an intimate portrait of Kent's life, from his childhood in Connecticut to his education at Yale College and his legal career in New York City. The letters offer insights into Kent's personal and professional relationships with leading figures of his time, including John Marshall, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton. The book also includes Kent's reflections on the major legal issues of his era, such as the relationship between federal and state law, the role of the judiciary in interpreting the Constitution, and the rights of property and contract. Memoirs and Letters of James Kent is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American law and politics, as well as the life and legacy of one of its most distinguished figures.Author Of Commentaries On American Law, Etc. By His Great-Grandson, William Kent, Of The New York Bar.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163401927
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 352
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 685 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 30. november 2024
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Memoirs and Letters of James Kent, Late Chancellor of the State of New York is a biographical account of the life and career of James Kent, a prominent American lawyer, jurist, and legal scholar who served as Chancellor of New York State from 1814 to 1823. The book is written by William Kent, James Kent's grandson, who collected and edited his grandfather's personal papers, including letters, journals, and other documents. The memoirs provide an intimate portrait of Kent's life, from his childhood in Connecticut to his education at Yale College and his legal career in New York City. The letters offer insights into Kent's personal and professional relationships with leading figures of his time, including John Marshall, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton. The book also includes Kent's reflections on the major legal issues of his era, such as the relationship between federal and state law, the role of the judiciary in interpreting the Constitution, and the rights of property and contract. Memoirs and Letters of James Kent is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American law and politics, as well as the life and legacy of one of its most distinguished figures.Author Of Commentaries On American Law, Etc. By His Great-Grandson, William Kent, Of The New York Bar.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.

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