A Treatise On Civil Imprisonment In England, With The History Of Its Progress And Objections To Its Policy (1791)

A Treatise On Civil Imprisonment In England, With The History Of Its Progress And Objections To Its Policy is a book written by Thomas Macdonald in 1791. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the practice of civil imprisonment in England, tracing its historical development and examining the objections that have been raised against it.Macdonald argues that civil imprisonment, which involves the detention of individuals for non-criminal offenses such as debt, is a flawed and unjust policy. He points out that the practice has been abused in the past, with individuals being detained for long periods of time without trial or due process.The book also delves into the history of civil imprisonment in England, tracing its origins back to the Middle Ages and examining the various changes and reforms that have been made over the centuries. Macdonald provides a detailed analysis of the legal and social context in which the practice has developed, shedding light on the complex factors that have contributed to its persistence.Overall, A Treatise On Civil Imprisonment In England, With The History Of Its Progress And Objections To Its Policy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English law and the development of legal and social policy in the country. It provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of a controversial practice that continues to be debated to this day.As It Respects The Interests Of Creditors And The Punishment, Or Protection Of Debtors. Concluding With The Principles And General Lines Of A Plan For Amending The Present Law; And An Appendix Of Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.