The Federal and State Constitutions, Colonial Charters, and Other Organic Laws of The United States. 2 volumes.

The Federal and State Constitutions, Colonial Charters, and Other Organic Laws of The United States. 2 volumes.

Author: Poore, Ben Perley by Order of The United States Senate

4to.(7.5" x 11.375")1877. Poore, Ben Perley by Order of The United States Senate. Washington. Government Printing Office. Full brown calf with fancy blindstamp rule framing covers. Spines with five raised bands, gilt title to gilt rule bordered red leather in second compartment, gilt place in gilt rule bordered green leather to third compartment, gilt part# to gilt bordered green leather in fourth compartment, fancy blindstamp rule to hed and foot of spine. Minor edgewear, corners bumped and rubbed with small loss to tips. Part I with small, closed tears to head of spine, Part 2 with head of spine chipped, with loss, covers stained, small loss to leather corner on Part 2 rear board, covers stained. A substantial set of books. This pair of books is a cornerstone in the documentation of American legal history, offering an unparalleled view into the foundational texts that shaped the nation. Its publication marked a critical step in preserving and understanding the legal framework of the United States. Published in 1877, this is a comprehensive collection of the foundational legal documents of the United States. These volumes bring together the governing charters, constitutions, and statutes that shaped the federal and state governments from the colonial era through the 19th century.

From Wiki: Benjamin Perley Poore (November 2, 1820 – May 30, 1887) was a prominent American newspaper correspondent, editor, and author in the mid-19th century. One of the most popular and prolific journalists of his era, he was an active partisan for the Whig and Republican parties.

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