Lot 200
Published by Hugh Gaine, New York, 1768. Every man his own lawyer, or, A summary of the laws of England, in a new and instructive method, under the following heads, viz. I. Of actions and remedies . II. Of courts, attornies and solicitors . III. Of estates and property . IV. Of the laws relating to marriage . V. Of the Liberty of the Subject . VI. Of the King and his prerogative . VII. Of publick offences . all of them so plainly treated of that all manner of persons may be particularly acquainted with our laws and statutes, concerning civil and criminal affairs, and know how to defend themselves and their estates and fortunes, in all cases whatsoever. First American edition, designated here the "seventh edition" referring to the previous six which had appeared in London; 8vo, pp. iv, 289. First law book for the layman printed in America. The author, Jacob Giles, was an English lawyer. This was his most popular work. It had been published in six London editions previously to this New York edition. Giles wrote several other legal works including in 1729, "A New Law Dictionary". In 1768, Hugh Gaine was appointed public printer to the Province of New York. Soon after, he became the official printer of the City of New York. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
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Dimensions:
- 5" x 7-3/8" Condition:
- Good - Very Good Condition for it's 257 year age with no missing pages
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