Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the everyday life and legal practices of Scotland in the 16th century, focusing on the protocol book of Sir Alexander Gaw, a notary public and vicar pensioner of Abernethy. The author meticulously transcribes and annotates Gawââ â¢s detailed records, bringing to life the lives of ordinary people and the workings of the legal system in a turbulent period of Scottish history. The book delves into a wealth of historical details, including land transactions, contracts, marriages, inheritances, and even disputes over the ownership of livestock. Through these meticulously documented legal proceedings, the author paints a vivid picture of the social and economic fabric of 16th-century Scotland, highlighting the importance of land ownership, the challenges of everyday life, and the intricate system of legal governance. The book also reveals a fascinating side of the legal profession during this period, showing how notaries public like Sir Alexander Gaw played a crucial role in recording and validating important transactions and agreements, acting as witnesses to the events and decisions shaping the lives of individuals and communities. This book provides valuable insights into the legal, social, and economic conditions of early modern Scotland, offering a unique perspective on the everyday lives of its people through the lens of meticulously preserved legal documents. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333667696_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333667696
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333667696
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)