"The Present Abstruse and Expensive System of Conveyancing" Jones, J.G.J. Land and its Laws! A Few Observations upon the Evils Resulting from the Existing System of the Laws Relating to Real Property. London: James Ridgway, 1850. 10, [2] pp. With 2-pp. publisher catalogue. Octavo (8" x 5"). Disbound pamphlet, edges rouged. Moderate toning, inscription ("Please take notice of the subject vide your remarks in yesterday's paper") to title page, a few small spots and finger smudges, internally clean. $350. * Only edition. This pamphlet decries "the present abstruse and expensive system of conveyancing," which "remains the same as it came from the hands of priestcraft, to suit despotic and ill-conditioned governments, which have been swept away centuries ago." Condemning the lawyers who have contributed to the "evils" of the existing system, it encourages landowners to advocate for grassroots reform. OCLC locates 5 copies of this title, none in North America. Seller Inventory # 75634

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Title: Land and its Laws! A Few Observations upon ...

Publication Date: 1850

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