The Abolition of Arrest and Imprisonment for Debt (1836)

The Abolition of Arrest and Imprisonment for Debt is a book written by Benjamin Hawes Jr. in 1836. The book discusses the practice of imprisoning individuals who are unable to pay their debts and argues for the abolition of this practice. Hawes Jr. provides a historical overview of the practice of imprisonment for debt, tracing its origins back to ancient times. He then discusses the negative consequences of this practice, including the impact on families and the economy. The book also explores alternative solutions to the problem of debt, such as bankruptcy laws and debt relief programs. Overall, The Abolition of Arrest and Imprisonment for Debt is an important historical document that sheds light on a controversial and often misunderstood practice in the history of Western law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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.