Creation of American Common Law, 1850–1880

Explore the pivotal transformation of American legal systems in Creation of American Common Law, 1850–1880 by Howard Schweber. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2011, this insightful paperback spans 306 pages and offers a comprehensive comparative study of legal development during the mid-nineteenth century.

Delving into the specific cases of Illinois and Virginia, Schweber enriches the narrative with observations from six additional states, highlighting the crucial formative moments that shaped the American common law system in both northern and southern courts. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in legal history, common law, and the evolution of American jurisprudence.

Join Howard Schweber on this enlightening journey through the complexities of law and society, and gain a deeper understanding of the foundations of American common law.