Principal And Surety Appraisal

The Law of Principal and Surety by S. A. T. Rowlatt (1899)

This item is an antique legal textbook titled "The Law of Principal and Surety." The visible page, likely the title or half-title page, is made of off-white or cream-colored paper, showing a slight discoloration consistent with age, suggesting a very light patina rather than significant foxing or staining. The text is printed in black ink using a serif font, presenting a classic and formal aesthetic. The layout is centered, with various lines of text indicating the title, author, and publisher. The author is identified as S. A. T. Rowlatt, M.A., described as 'Late Fellow of King's College, Cambridge; of the Inner Temple, Barrister-at-Law.' The publisher is Stevens and Haynes, Law Publishers, located at Bell Yard Temple Bar, London. A significant manufacturing detail is the publication date, clearly visible at the bottom as 1899, placing this book firmly in the late Victorian era. The paper appears relatively thick, and the printing is sharp, indicating a good quality production for its time. There are no immediate visible tears, creases, or major blemishes on this page, and the overall impression is that of a well-preserved item, aligning with the 'good condition' context provided. The edges of the page seem to be intact, though the binding or cover is not visible in the provided image. The monochromatic presentation with classic typography emphasizes the historical and academic nature of the work.