A History of American Law

A History of American Law presents a general history of the legal system of the United States, beginning in the colonial period and continuing up to the present day. The book covers the changing configurations of commercial law, criminal law, family law, and the law of property. Furthermore, it lays great stress on race relations and looks closely at the legal profession and legal education. The underlying theory of this eminently accessible book is that the law is the product of society.