Problems of Law. Its Past, Present, and Future

Publication date: 1920

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Wigmore, John Henry, [1863-1943]. Problems of Law. Its Past, Present, and Future. Charles Scribner's Sons, 1920. viii, 136 pp. Original maroon publisher's cloth with gilt lettered spine. Light shelfwear. Ex-library with ink shelf location label to foot of spine. Bookplate of Joseph M. Gleason to front pastedown. Number stamp to verso title page, otherwise internally clean. A very good copy. $125. * Presented in a series of three lectures on the evolution, mechanics, and future challenges of legal systems this book explores major legal concepts from American and global perspectives. The book is structured around three key lectures: Lecture 1: The Past. Wigmore traces the historical development of law from ancient customs to modern codification. This lecture highlights key transitions that have shaped contemporary legal systems. Lecture 2: The Present. Focusing on American law, Wigmore analyzes the balance of power between legislative bodies and the judiciary. He proposes innovative solutions for incorporating more flexibility into the application of laws. Lecture 3: The Future. Looking forward, Wigmore examines the increasing need for international cooperation in lawmaking. He argues for greater American involvement in shaping global legal standards. This book is considered a timeless and critical examination of legal theory and practice that offers lasting insights into the dilemmas of legal structures. The former owner of this copy, Joseph M. Gleason [1869-1942], was a Catholic priest, historian and collector.…

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Problems of Law. Its Past, Present, and Future
Author
Wigmore, John Henry
Publication year
1920
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The Lawbook Exchange, Ltd. specializes in all aspects of law and legal history. Our publication program offers reprints of over 800 landmark works as well as original books. We invite offers of antiquarian, scholarly and current practice materials. Founded in 1983, we currently serve thousands of individuals and institutions worldwide. Law books - Out of print, Scholarly, Rare, and Reprints of Legal Classics. We also handle secondhand primary and secondary source material for practicing lawyers. Generally someone is available Monday-Friday 9:00 - 6:00PM(Eastern Time). Member of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America and the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers.…

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