A Treatise of Tenures

<p><i>A Treatise of Tenures</i> by Geoffrey Gilbert is a comprehensive exploration of land tenure systems originally published in 1757. This two-part treatise delves into the foundations of feudal and common law tenures offering a detailed examination of their origins nature uses and effects. The second part focuses on customary and copyhold tenures elucidating the intricacies of copyholds and their specific customs.</p> <p>Gilbert's work provides invaluable insights into the historical context of property law and the evolution of land ownership. It remains a significant resource for legal historians property law scholars and anyone interested in the development of land tenure systems. This treatise offers a window into the legal landscape of the 18th century showcasing the complexities and nuances of land law during that era.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>