The Peers' Debate On Their Appellate Jurisdiction With Extracts From The Opinions Subsequently Taken (1857)

The book ""The Peers������� Debate On Their Appellate Jurisdiction: With Extracts From The Opinions Subsequently Taken"" by John Fraser Macqueen was published in 1857. It is a historical account of the debate that took place among the peers of the House of Lords in the United Kingdom regarding their appellate jurisdiction. The book includes detailed extracts from the opinions that were subsequently taken on the matter. The debate centered around the question of whether the House of Lords had the authority to hear appeals from the decisions of the Court of Chancery. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the arguments put forward by the peers on both sides of the debate. Macqueen, who was a prominent lawyer and legal writer of his time, provides a comprehensive account of the proceedings, including the speeches made by the peers, the questions raised, and the opinions given. He also includes extracts from the judgments that were subsequently made on the matter. Overall, ""The Peers������� Debate On Their Appellate Jurisdiction: With Extracts From The Opinions Subsequently Taken"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the House of Lords and the development of the UK legal system. It provides a fascinating insight into the debates and discussions that took place among the peers of the House of Lords during this important period in British legal history.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.