9781330995969 - Lord Stowell: His Life and the Development, of English Prize Law (Classic Reprint) de Roscoe, E. S. (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This engrossing work details the judicial journey of Lord Stowell, a revered figure in British admiralty law. As Britain was embroiled in a protracted maritime conflict during his tenure as Judge of the High Court of Admiralty, the author delves into Stowell's ingenious responses to the surge of cases that came before him. Stowell's vast knowledge and intellectual prowess shaped British prize law, shaping both its character and status. He meticulously developed a reasoned system that mirrored the spirit and traditions of English law, transforming what was then a collection of uncertain precedents into a coherent and authoritative jurisprudence. The book captures Stowell's profound impact on the evolution of prize law, highlighting the significance of his contribution. His judgments, born from a fusion of learning and wisdom, became the cornerstone of maritime law in both Britain and the United States. This volume offers a comprehensive analysis of Stowell's judicial innovations, providing valuable insights into the development of international maritime law. 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.