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Highlighted by his experiences in San Clemente, California in September 1974 negotiating the pardon of President Nixon, Benton L. Becker is remembered in this thorough and heartwarming biography by his son. Following historical records and personal...

The 21st century is a digital age defined by increasing digitalization and sustainability. Digitalization addresses the scope of sustainability policies and strategies in the fight against climate change, pandemics, and the increasing need for...

Francis Marion Crawford (August 2, 1854 - April 9, 1909) was an American writer noted for his many novels, especially those set in Italy, and for his classic weird and fantastical stories. Crawford was born in Bagni di Lucca, in the Grand Duchy of...

To understand the world of Science, Technology, and Medicine (STM) enterprises, it is essential to navigate the complex landscape of law and policy. STM sectors often outpace existing legal frameworks and policies raising unique challenges related to...

The landscape of financial reporting in an interconnected global economy is evolving. As international trade expands, businesses and regulators face significant challenges in harmonizing financial reporting standards across borders. Furthermore, the...

This book explores the meaning and the impact of the concept of abuse of law in European taxation. Fighting abusive arrangements has gained prominence along three different dimensions: as a methodological tool to constrain access to tax benefits under EU...

For many policy makers, urban managers, water experts, technicians or activists, ethical perspectives in water management are not important or do not bring any added value.A debate seems to be locked between those stressing mainly the right of access to...

Lawyers often face criticism from politicians when they give inconvenient advice. The term "lefty lawyer" developed to disparage for example, those defending human rights and demanding democratic accountability. Lefty Lawyer is Pauline Campbell's...

In der Liquidation von Personengesellschaften begründet die sog. Durchsetzungssperre die Undurchsetzbarkeit der einzelnen Zahlungsansprüche, die aus dem Gesellschaftsverhältnis herrühren. Das Werk befasst sich mit der Frage, ob die Verjährungsfristen...

A fascinating glimpse into late 18th-century French legal proceedings, "Mémoire pour les Sieur et Dame Caradeux, habitans au cul-de-sac; contre les Sieurs et Dame Aubry, de Tours" offers a detailed account of a dispute between the Caradeux and...

This is a report by the Select Committee of the Maryland House of Delegates tasked with investigating the destruction of the ice-boats "Chesapeake" and "Maryland." This 1872 volume contains the committee's findings, testimony, and supporting documents...

This volume contains the complete "Message of Austin L. Crothers, Governor of Maryland, to the General Assembly of Maryland at Its Regular Session, January, 1910." As a primary source document, this message offers insights into the key issues, policies,...

"The Great Crime of the Nineteenth Century" by Edwin M. Hale delves into the societal ills and injustices of its time. The book raises critical questions about the nature of crime, the identification of criminals, and the appropriate measures for...

This is a treatise on commercial societies, followed by models of various kinds of acts of commercial societies. Originally published in France, this edition was augmented in Belgium. This historical legal text provides insights into the legal frameworks...

Ordonnances des rois de France, Règne de François Ier, Volume 1, presents a compilation of royal ordinances from the reign of Francis I of France, covering the years 1515-1516. This historical record provides invaluable insights into the legal...

Mysterios da Inquisição, Volume 1, by Francisco Gomes da Silva, explores the history and mysteries surrounding the Inquisition. Written in Portuguese, this historical account delves into the operations, secrets, and impact of the Inquisition, likely...

This is a historical compilation of agreements and deeds relating to property in Cairo, Illinois, dating back to 1880. Titled "Agreements and Deeds Relating to Cairo Property: And Extracts From Charter And Ordinances of the City of Cairo, Volume 1880,"...

"The Pocket Companion, or, Every man his own Lawyer", published in 1841, is a historical legal reference guide intended to make basic legal principles accessible to the general public. Written by a "Gentleman of the bar," this volume offers a glimpse...

This is a petition, titled "Exposición Dirigida a S.M. El Emperador Por Algunos Propietarios De Fincas Rusticas Y Urbanas," presented to Emperor Maximilian by landowners in the Mexican departments of Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, and Fresnillo. The...

"O casamento do reino de Inglaterra com o reino de Portugal" explores the historical union between England and Portugal, likely focusing on a specific royal marriage and its political implications. Written by Eduardo Coelho, this book, originally...

"Darstellung der Landtafel- und Grundbuchsordnung in Österreich" provides a detailed examination of the land registry and real property regulations in Austria. This historical legal text explores the structures and functions of the Austrian cadastral...

"De la sorcellerie et de la justice criminelle à Valenciennes (16e et 17e siècles)" explores the history of witchcraft and criminal justice in Valenciennes, France, during the 16th and 17th centuries. This historical account delves into the...

Die Erbrechtliche Interdicte by August Ubbelohde, published in 1891, delves into the intricacies of inheritance law. This work offers a detailed examination of legal interdicts related to inheritance, providing insights into the legal practices and...

"Die Ahnen- und Adelsprobe, die Erwerbung, Bestätigung und der Verlust der Adelsrechte in Österreich" bietet eine umfassende Untersuchung der Adelsrechte in Österreich. Das Werk von Carl Edm. Langer* aus dem Jahr 1862 beleuchtet detailliert die...

"Decisão justa de relação de Lisboa" presents a significant legal decision from the Lisbon court system. Published in 1885, this work provides valuable insight into the legal practices and jurisprudence of 19th-century Portugal. The appellant, Sabino...

Las cortes de 1252 examines the courts of 1252 in Spain. Authored by Antonio Ballesteros y Beretta, this historical work delves into the political and legal structures of the era. The book provides insights into the workings of the Spanish monarchy and...

Código civil de la república argentina, published in 1874, represents a foundational legal text for Argentina. Authored by Dalmacio Vélez Sársfield, this civil code served as the cornerstone of Argentine law for over a century, profoundly...

"Audiencias de julgamento do Dr. Urbino de Freitas" offers a detailed account of the trial proceedings involving Dr. Urbino de Freitas. This historical document provides a glimpse into the legal practices and societal concerns of 19th-century Portugal...

"Ensaio sobre a historia do governo e da legislação de Portugal" by Manuel António Coelho da Rocha offers a detailed exploration of the history of governance and legislation in Portugal. Written to serve as an introduction to the study of national...

Cher. Archives civiles, Volume 4, is a detailed historical record from the Archives départementales du Cher, offering invaluable insights into the legal and administrative history of the Cher region in France. Published in 1885, this volume...

Gaetano Filangieri, by Giuseppe Liotta, offers a detailed biographical study of the influential Italian jurist and philosopher. Published in 1913, this work explores Filangieri's contributions to legal and political thought during the Enlightenment. The...

"Traité de la majorité de nos rois et des regences du royaume" examines the legal and historical precedents surrounding the age of majority for French monarchs and the rules governing regencies. Drawing upon evidence from royal charters,...

"National and International Right and Wrong; two Essays" by Henry Sidgwick, originally published in 1919, delves into the intricate relationship between moral principles and political actions on both national and international levels. Sidgwick, a...

"Early Yorkshire Charters, Volume 3" is a meticulously compiled collection of historical documents predating the thirteenth century. Drawn from public records, monastic chartularies, Roger Dodsworth's manuscripts, and other available sources, this volume...

This is Volume 34 of "The Publications of the Pipe Roll Society," a series dedicated to making available important historical records primarily related to English history. This volume continues the tradition of providing scholars and researchers with...

"Lectures on the Study and Practice of the Law" by Emory Washburn offers a fascinating glimpse into legal education at Harvard University in the late 19th century. Based on lectures delivered at Harvard Law School, this volume provides invaluable...

"The French Constitution, Revised, Amended, and Finally Decreed, by the National Assembly" presents a pivotal document from a transformative period in European history. Officially accepted by King Louis XVI on September 13, 1791, this constitution marked...

This volume contains Horace Binney's remarks to the Philadelphia Bar on the occasion of the deaths of Charles Chauncey and John Sergeant, two prominent legal figures of their time. Delivered in 1853, Binney's address offers insights into the lives,...

The Law of Bank Checks, by John Edson Brady, is a comprehensive legal treatise on the subject of bank checks and negotiable instruments as they were understood in the early 20th century. This meticulously researched work delves into the intricacies of...

"Ethics of the Practice of the Law" by Thomas Hughes, originally published in 1909, delves into the moral and ethical considerations essential for lawyers. This enduring work examines the principles that guide legal professionals in upholding justice and...

"Calendar of Inquisitions Post Mortem and Other Analogous Documents Preserved in the Public Record Office, Volume 3" is a vital resource for historians, legal scholars, and genealogists. This volume offers a detailed calendar of inquisitions post mortem,...

This is a meticulously transcribed and indexed record of the Massachusetts town of Topsfield from 1659 to 1778. "Town Records of Topsfield, Massachusetts, 1659-1778" offers a detailed glimpse into the everyday lives, governance, and legal proceedings of...

This is Volume 4 of the "Annual Report of the Board of Indian Commissioners to the President of the United States." This report provides a comprehensive overview of the Board's activities and observations regarding Native American affairs during the...

This comprehensive legal reference, "Negotiable Instruments law for Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia," provides a detailed examination of the laws governing negotiable instruments in these jurisdictions as of 1910. Authored by William Henry...

This comprehensive "Digest of House of Lords Cases Decided on Appeal From Scotland, 1709 to 1864" is an invaluable resource for legal scholars, historians, and practitioners of Scottish law. Compiled by John Boyd Kinnear, the digest provides a meticulous...

Essais Historiques Sur Le Parlement De Provence, Depuis Son Origine Jusqu'à Sa Suppression, 1501-1790, Volume 3, by Prosper Cabasse, offers a detailed historical examination of the Parliament of Provence from its inception to its dissolution...

Histoire Du Tribunal Révolutionnaire De Paris 10 Mars 1793-31 Mai 1795 (12 Prairial an 111) D'après Les Documents Originaux Conservés Aux Archives De L'empire, Volume 1, by Émile Campardon, delves into the tumultuous period of...

"Manuel Des Pourvois Et Des Formes De Procéder Devant La Cour De Cassation En Matière Civile," by Bernard, offers a detailed examination of the procedures and forms used before the Court of Cassation in civil matters. Published in 1861,...