Notebook Kept By Thomas Lechford: Lawyer In Boston, Massachusetts Bay, From June 27, 1638 To July 29, 1641 - Hardcover

The ""Notebook Kept By Thomas Lechford: Lawyer In Boston, Massachusetts Bay, From June 27, 1638 To July 29, 1641"" is a historical document that provides a glimpse into the legal and social landscape of Boston during the mid-17th century. The book is a transcription of a notebook kept by Thomas Lechford, a lawyer who practiced in Boston during this time. The notebook contains entries that detail Lechford's legal cases, as well as his observations on the culture and politics of the time. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Lechford's life and work. The first section provides an introduction to Lechford and his background, as well as an overview of the legal system in Massachusetts Bay during this time. The subsequent sections focus on specific legal cases that Lechford worked on, including disputes over land ownership, debt collection, and criminal trials. In addition to his legal work, Lechford also provides insights into the social and cultural climate of Boston during this time. He writes about the religious tensions between the Puritan settlers and the Native American population, as well as the growing political tensions between the colonists and the English government. Overall, ""Notebook Kept By Thomas Lechford: Lawyer In Boston, Massachusetts Bay, From June 27, 1638 To July 29, 1641"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the early years of Boston's legal and social development. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of early America, the legal profession, or the development of American culture and politics.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.