Browne Watts Divorce Appraisal

Browne and Watts' Law and Practice in Divorce & Matrimonial Causes, Eighth Edition (1913)

The item is the title page of a legal textbook, specifically the 'Eighth Edition' of 'BROWNE AND WATTS' Law and Practice in DIVORCE & MATRIMONIAL CAUSES.' The page is made of aged, light cream or off-white paper, typical of publications from the early 20th century. The text is printed in black ink, featuring a mix of serif and ornate script fonts. The primary title 'BROWNE AND WATTS' uses a clear, classic serif typeface, while 'Law and Practice' is rendered in a more decorative, old-style script. The significant part 'DIVORCE & MATRIMONIAL CAUSES' is prominently displayed in a bold, large serif font. Below this, 'EIGHTH EDITION.' indicates its revised status. The author is identified as 'J. H. WATTS, OF THE INNER TEMPLE AND THE SOUTH-EASTERN CIRCUIT, BARRISTER-AT-LAW.' Publishing details at the bottom state 'LONDON:' with two publishers listed: 'SWEET & MAXWELL, LTD., 3, CHANCERY LANE' and 'STEVENS & SONS, LTD., 119 & 120, CHANCERY LANE'. The publication year, '1913', is clearly visible at the very bottom. The paper exhibits some minor creasing or warping along the left edge, consistent with being part of a bound volume. There are no major tears or stains visible, and the printing is clear and legible. A slight discoloration or foxing may be present due to age, but overall it appears to be in good condition, retaining its structural integrity and readability, which speaks to good quality paper and binding for its time.