Essays Upon Several Subjects Concerning British Antiquities

""Essays Upon Several Subjects Concerning British Antiquities: Introduction Of The Feudal Law Into Scotland; Constitution Of Parliament.; Honor, Dignity; Succession Or Descent"" is a book written by Henry Home, also known as Lord Kames, and published in 1747. The book is a collection of essays on various topics related to British antiquities, including the introduction of the feudal law into Scotland, the constitution of parliament, honor, dignity, and succession or descent. The first essay explores the history and impact of the feudal law in Scotland, discussing its origins, development, and effects on society and government. The second essay examines the constitution of parliament, discussing its structure, powers, and functions, as well as its historical evolution and contemporary significance. The third essay focuses on honor and dignity, exploring their meanings and importance in British society and culture, and their relationship to law and morality. The final essay discusses succession and descent, exploring the various systems of inheritance and succession that have been used in Britain throughout history, and their social and political implications. Throughout the book, Kames draws on historical and legal sources to provide a detailed and insightful analysis of these important topics, offering readers a rich and nuanced understanding of British antiquities and their significance for contemporary society.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.