Queen's Bench and Practice Court Reports, Vol. 5: Containing the Cases Determined From Easter Term, 11 Vic., To Michaelmas Term 12 Vic., Inclusive, With a Table of the Names of Cases Argued, and Diges

James Lukin Robinson

ISBN 10: 0260780553 / ISBN 13: 9780260780553

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Queen's Bench and Practice Court Reports, Vol. 5: Containing the Cases Determined From Easter Term, 11 Vic., To Michaelmas Term 12 Vic., Inclusive, With a Table of the Names of Cases Argued, and Diges
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260780553
• ISBN 13: 9780260780553
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book is a collection of legal cases heard by the Queen's Bench and Practice Courts of Upper Canada in 1846. These records give valuable insights into the broader historical context of governance and legal practice in pre-Confederation Canada. In particular, the cases demonstrate the complexities associated with marriage and dower rights, illuminating the social conventions and legal precedents of the era. The author's careful documentation of the trials reveals important themes related to property ownership, gender roles, and the evolving legal framework of the time. Through these cases, this book offers a unique glimpse into the legal and social landscape of Upper Canada in the mid-19th century.