9781331223993 - History Suit in Equity: Commencement to Its Final Termination; Forms of Bills, Answers, Pleas, Demurrers, and Decrees (Classic Reprint) di Barton, Charles (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of English equity courts, tracing their development from the medieval period to the 19th century. The author meticulously explores the origins of these courts, outlining how they evolved from the Aula Regis, the king's court, to become independent tribunals tasked with dispensing justice according to conscience and fairness, often acting as a counterbalance to the rigid rules of common law. You'll gain a deep understanding of the key concepts that underpin equity jurisprudence, such as trust, discovery, fraud, and accident, and how these principles were applied in practice. The book also illuminates the significant role of the Chancellor in shaping the evolution of equity courts and the ways in which the court's jurisdiction expanded over time. By providing a rich historical context and illuminating the intricate workings of equity courts, this book offers invaluable insights into a fundamental aspect of English legal history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.