Isbn: 9781332833122 - six essays on commons preservation: written in competition for prizes offered by henry w. peek, esq., of wimbledon house; containing a legal and ... to the preservation of commons near great t (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 complex legal and historical landscape of Commons and Open Spaces, specifically focusing on those surrounding the metropolis. The author examines the various rights and claims that have traditionally been held by different parties involved, including the Lord of the Manor, freeholders, copyholders, and the public. The book explores the historical origins of manorial grants and the legal framework surrounding rights of common, such as common of pasture and common of estovers, emphasizing the intricate relationships between these various stakeholders. The author's insightful analysis examines the legal battles that often arose as a result of the changing economic and social conditions, particularly the growing urban population's need for open spaces and recreation. This book will be of great interest to historians, legal scholars, and anyone who is interested in the evolution of land ownership and public access to open spaces in England. 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.…