| Description |
x, 299 pages ; 25 cm |
| Summary |
Section V. The foundation law (p. 247-63) outlines English legal principles of colonisation and introduction of English law in Australia; influence of international jurists, esp. Vattel; instructions to Capt. Cook, proclamations of colonies; Batmans treaty and its voiding; early application of English law to Aborigines in Tasmania and New South Wales |
| Analysis |
Australia. Law, 1788-ca 1860. Readings from contemporary sources |
| Notes |
Index |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Law -- Australia -- History -- Sources.
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Law -- Australia -- Sources.
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| Author |
Bennett, John Michael.
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Castles, Alex C. (Alex Cuthbert), 1933-2003.
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| LC no. |
81118224 |
| ISBN |
0455199531 |
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045519954X (paperback) |
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