A Summary of the Laws of Commerce and Navigation Adapted to the Present State Government and Trade of the Island of Newfoundland (History, Business, Legal Issues, early 19th century laws)

140 pages. Modern academic reprint, undated circa 1999. Very good condition. Direct reprinted edition from the original book. Soft cover with glossy card covers and cloth spine. A sturdy book, firmly readable, an excellent resource on the subject. Some minor wear from being at the shop, overall very good condition. About the author: Lewis Amadeus Anspach was brought up in Geneva where his grandfather, the religious writer Isaac Salomon Anspach of the Palatinate, had settled. Lewis was educated at the Académie de Genève and studied classics, theology, and philosophy with the intention of entering the ministry of the Reformed Church. Anspach was also a justice of the peace in the Conception Bay area. Before his arrival there, he noted, the administration of justice had in fact been in the hands of one "magistrate of the old school," who had refused to institute the reforms in the court system brought in under Chief Justice John Reeves during the 1790s. Anspach seems to have been an efficient and thoughtful magistrate. He prepared A summary of the laws of commerce and navigation, adapted to the present state, government, and trade of the island of Newfoundland, which was published in London in 1809, and A systematical review of the laws and regulations relating to the trade and fishery of Newfoundland, which came out there the following year. A close and curious observer, he also compiled a mass of manuscript material, including a diary, relating to his experiences and reflections which he "had some thought of arranging with a view to publication" when he returned to England. (source: biographi, Canada) ~ We appreciate your consideration of one of our books, art prints or novelty items. We strive to offer fast, courteous and professional service to all our patrons. Reading is one of life's great pleasures. Please inquire for further details, our items arrive shrink wrapped and well packed. ~ Thank you for viewing and stopping by. 140 p.…