Author: W. Herbert
Title: Antiquities of the Inns and Court of Chancery: Containing Historical and Descriptive Sketches
Description: London, Vernor and Hood, 1804. First edition. Leather. A complete first edition copy of this interesting history on the Inns and Court of Chancery, complete with twenty-four plates. The first edition of this work.Illustrated with a frontispiece, and twenty-three plates. Collated, complete.Large Paper Copy. Armorial binding of Beriah Botfield, a Member of Parliament and notable bibliographer and botanist. At his home in Norton Hall Beriah set up a private printed press.A historical look at the Inns of Court and Chancery, an interesting exploration of the development of the training and education of barristers in England. In this work, Herbert looks into the original foundations of the Inns, as well as their general customs and ceremonies, accompanied by a concise history of English law.By William Herbert, a librarian and antiquary. In an armorial calf binding, rebacked with the original boards and spine restored. Externally, smart, with a few light marks and minor rubbing to the boards and spine. Minor bumping to the extremities. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age toned with some spots. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .

Keywords: Antiquities of the Inns and Court of Chancery: Containing Historical and Descriptive Sketches william herbert inns of court and chancery law william herbert Not Stated


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