Summary Of The Law Of Companies (1891)

A Summary of the Law of Companies is a book written by Thomas Eustace Smith in 1891. The book is a comprehensive guide to the legal framework governing companies in England during the late 19th century. It provides a detailed analysis of the Companies Act of 1862, which was the primary legislation governing the formation and operation of companies at the time.The book covers a wide range of topics related to company law, including the formation of companies, the rights and duties of shareholders, the role of directors and officers, the regulation of company meetings, and the winding up of companies. It also includes discussions of various legal cases that have shaped the interpretation of company law.The author, Thomas Eustace Smith, was a prominent lawyer and legal scholar of his time. He was a member of the Inner Temple and served as a judge on the Chancery Division of the High Court of Justice. His expertise in company law is evident in the thoroughness and clarity of his writing in A Summary of the Law of Companies.Overall, A Summary of the Law of Companies is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and development of company law in England. It provides valuable insights into the legal framework that governed the business world during the late 19th century, and its teachings continue to be relevant to this day.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.