The Court of Session Garland is a book written by James Maidment, which provides a comprehensive account of the Scottish Court of Session. The book is a collection of legal documents, historical accounts, and biographical sketches of the judges and lawyers who have served in the Court of Session since its inception in the 16th century. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the Court of Session's history. The first section provides an overview of the court's origins and ...
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The Court of Session Garland is a book written by James Maidment, which provides a comprehensive account of the Scottish Court of Session. The book is a collection of legal documents, historical accounts, and biographical sketches of the judges and lawyers who have served in the Court of Session since its inception in the 16th century. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the Court of Session's history. The first section provides an overview of the court's origins and development, while subsequent sections focus on specific periods in its history, such as the 18th and 19th centuries. The book also includes detailed biographical sketches of some of the most notable judges and lawyers who have served in the Court of Session, including Lord Kames, Lord Monboddo, and Lord President Boyle. Overall, The Court of Session Garland is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish legal history or the development of the Scottish legal system. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of one of Scotland's most important legal institutions, and sheds light on the individuals who have played a key role in its development over the centuries.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.
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