Sketches Of The Judicial History Of Massachusetts

Sketches of the Judicial History of Massachusetts: From 1630 to the Revolution in 1775 is a historical book written by Emory Washburn and published in 1840. The book provides a comprehensive account of the judicial history of Massachusetts during the colonial period, covering the period from the founding of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630 to the outbreak of the American Revolution in 1775.Washburn's work is a detailed and well-researched account of the development of the Massachusetts legal system. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the establishment of the colonial courts, the evolution of legal practice and procedure, and the role of the judiciary in shaping the political and social landscape of the colony.The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including court records, legal documents, and contemporary accounts, to provide a rich and nuanced picture of the legal system in colonial Massachusetts. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a specific period in the colony's history.Overall, Sketches of the Judicial History of Massachusetts is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American law and the development of the legal system in colonial America. It provides a detailed and insightful account of the role of the judiciary in shaping the social and political landscape of Massachusetts during a critical period in American history.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.