A Digest of the Law Concerning Libels: Containing All the Resolutions in the Books on the Subject, and Many Manuscript Cases (1778)

""A Digest of the Law Concerning Libels"" is a legal guidebook written by an author known only as ""Gentleman of the Inner-Temple"" and published in 1778. The book is a comprehensive compilation of all the legal resolutions and manuscript cases pertaining to libel, a legal term for written or published statements that are defamatory or damaging to an individual's reputation. The author covers all aspects of libel law, including its definition, the different types of libel, the legal defenses available to defendants, and the punishments for libelous acts. The book is intended as a practical guide for lawyers and judges, as well as anyone else interested in understanding the nuances of libel law. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers with a basic understanding of legal terminology. Overall, ""A Digest of the Law Concerning Libels"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the development of libel law in the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original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.