The Cambridge History of Law in America, Volume I: Early America (1580-1815) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781107605053)

Volume I of the Cambridge History of Law in America begins the account of law in America with the very first moments of European colonization and settlement of the North American landmass. It follows those processes across two hundred years to the eventual creation and stabilization of the American republic. The book discusses the place of law in regard to colonization and empire, indigenous peoples, government and jurisdiction, population migrations, economic and commercial activity, religion, the creation of social institutions, and revolutionary politics. The Cambridge History of Law in America has been made possible by the generous support of the American Bar Foundation.

Author: Michael Grossberg
ISBN-10: 1107605059
ISBN-13: 9781107605053
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 11/21/2011
Pages: 758
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.03lbs
Size: 8.56h x 5.50w x 1.60d