Publisher's Synopsis
A Commentary on the Law of Agency and Agents, written by Francis Wharton and published in 1876, is a comprehensive legal text that explores the principles and practices of agency law. The book covers a wide range of topics related to agency law, including the creation and termination of agency relationships, the rights and duties of agents and principals, and the liability of agents for their actions.The commentary is organized into several parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of agency law. The first part provides an overview of the general principles of agency law, including the definition of agency, the different types of agents, and the legal requirements for creating an agency relationship. The second part explores the rights and duties of agents and principals, including their obligations to each other and to third parties.The book also includes detailed discussions of specific areas of agency law, such as the authority of agents, the liability of principals for the actions of their agents, and the termination of agency relationships. Throughout the commentary, Wharton provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the application of agency law in real-world situations.Overall, A Commentary on the Law of Agency and Agents is a valuable resource for legal professionals, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of agency law. It offers a thorough and insightful analysis of the principles and practices of agency law, and remains an important reference text in the field 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.
