The Law Of Freedom And Bondage In The United States V2, Part 2 (1862) - John Codman Hurd - Bog

The Law of Freedom and Bondage in the United States V2, Part 2 is a legal treatise written by John Codman Hurd and published in 1862. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the laws surrounding slavery and freedom in the United States at the time, and provides an in-depth examination of the legal and historical precedents that shaped these laws.In particular, the book focuses on the legal status of slaves and free persons of color, and the ways in which the law treated these groups differently. Hurd explores the various legal doctrines and court decisions that defined the boundaries of slavery and freedom, and examines the ways in which these laws impacted the lives of African Americans and other marginalized groups.The book is divided into two parts, with Part 2 focusing specifically on the legal status of free persons of color. Hurd examines the various legal challenges that these individuals faced, including restrictions on their mobility, property rights, and civil liberties. He also explores the ways in which free persons of color were able to assert their legal rights and challenge the prevailing social and legal norms of the time.Throughout the book, Hurd provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of the complex legal landscape surrounding slavery and freedom in the United States, and offers insights into the ways in which these laws reflected and perpetuated the broader social and political structures of the time. The Law of Freedom and Bondage in the United States V2, Part 2 is an important historical document that sheds light on a critical period in American history, and remains relevant to contemporary discussions of race, law, and social justice.In Two Volumes.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.