Excerpt from Equity, Also the Forms of Action at Common Law
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the historical development of Equity, a crucial set of legal principles that arose alongside the common law in England. The author traces the origins of Equity back to the medieval period, exploring how the Chancellor, initially a royal advisor, gradually assumed judicial powers to address injustices that the rigid common law courts couldn't handle. Through an engaging narrative, the book examines how the Chancellor's interventions evolved into a distinct body of rules known as Equity. These rules aimed to mitigate the harshness of common law by considering fairness and conscience in individual cases. The author sheds light on key concepts like uses and trusts, equitable estates, and remedies such as specific performance and injunctions. By illuminating the historical relationship between Equity and common law, this book offers valuable insights into the evolution of English legal thought and practice. It demonstrates how Equity, born out of a need for flexibility and fairness, continues to shape the legal landscape to this day. 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 9781333897406_0
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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. N° de réf. du vendeur G1333897405I4N00
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333897406
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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-9781333897406
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