9781334058493 - Records of Inverness, Vol. 1: Burgh Court Books; 1556-86 (Classic Reprint) de Mackay, William (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a record of proceedings at the Burgh Court in Inverness, Scotland between 1556 and 1586. Burgh Courts were in charge of criminal and civil cases within the town and this volume provides a window into the daily life in the town during this period. As well as the everyday crimes of assault, theft and slander, the records also offer fascinating glimpses into the regulation of trade, the brewing of alcohol, and the complex social and economic relationships of the time. The author's comprehensive introduction and detailed footnotes bring the historical context to life and illuminate the legal, social and economic implications of the cases. 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.