Return to an Address of the Legislative Assembly, Dated 6th September, 1852: For Copies of All Despatches and Correspondence Which Have Passed Between ... General, Relative the the Seigniorial an - Hardcover

Canada Government House

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656180609 ISBN 13: 9780656180608

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the behind‑the‑scenes records of colonial law and land tenure in Lower Canada.

This collection presents official despatches, correspondence, and legal opinions from the early 19th century about the seigneurial and feudal land system in Lower Canada. It sheds light on how the Crown and local authorities debated tenure, land grants, and the rights of seigneurs, with references to legislative acts and royal prerogatives. The material offers a window into governance, property law, and the tensions between colonial administration and property holders.

Inside you will find transcriptions of government letters, reports, and memoranda that illuminate the historical context of land tenure questions, including the interplay between British rule and local landholding practices.

• Official despatches and government correspondence from colonial authorities
• Legal opinions and discussions on texture of tenure and Crown prerogatives
• Context on seigneurial rights, rents, and potential reforms

Ideal for readers of Canadian history and those interested in colonial administration and property law.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656180609
• ISBN 13: 9780656180608
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 44