Civil Law Principles Appraisal

The Principles of Pleading, Practice and Procedure in Civil Actions in the High Court of Justice (Fourth Edition)

This item is the front cover or title page of a legal textbook titled "The Principles of Pleading, Practice and Procedure in Civil Actions in the High Court of Justice." The book is the 'Fourth Edition' and was authored by W. Blake Odgers, M.A., LL.D., Q.C. He is identified as being 'Of Trinity Hall, Cambridge, and the Middle Temple,' and the 'Recorder of Winchester.' The author also penned "A Digest of the Law of Libel and Slander," and "Local Government." The publisher is Stevens and Sons, Limited, located at 119 & 120, Chancery Lane, London, identified as 'Law Publishers.' The publication year is clearly stated as 1900. The physical appearance of the item suggests it is a paper cover or an internal page with a cream or off-white background color and black letterpress printing. The typography varies, with prominent titles in large, capital serif fonts, while other information, such as the author's credentials and publisher's details, are in smaller, more standard serif text. The text 'Kaw Publishers' appears to have a slight print error where 'Law' is rendered as 'Kaw.' There are no immediate signs of significant wear or damage on the visible surface, although the edges appear slightly worn, consistent with a book of its age. A handwritten or stamped address, 'P.O. Box 25, HALIFAX, N.S., Phone 429-6289' is visible in the upper right corner, indicating a previous owner or library marking. Given its publication date of 1900, it falls within the late Victorian or early Edwardian period. Its condition, as far as can be seen from this image, appears generally good for its age, with clear legibility of all textual elements.