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Conquest By Law: How The Discovery Of America Dispossessed Indigenous Peoples Of Their Lands,New
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John Marshall'S Landmark 1823 Decision In Johnson V. M'Intosh Gave The European Sovereigns Who 'Discovered' North America Rights To The Land, Converting Native Americans In One Stroke Into Mere Tenants. In 1991, While Investigating The Historical Origins Of This Highly Controversial Decision, Lindsay Robertson Made A Startling Find In The Basement Of A Pennsylvania Furnituremakerthe Complete Corporate Records Of The Illinois And Wabash Land Companies, The Plaintiffs In The Case. Drawing On These Records, Conquest By Law Provides, For The First Time, A Complete And Troubling Account Of Collusion, Detailing How A Spurious Claim Gave Rise To A Doctrineintended To Be Of Limited Applicationwhich Led To The Massive Displacement Of Native Americans And The Creation Of A Law That Governs Indigenous People To This Day.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Conquest by Law'? A: 'Conquest by Law' explores the legal and historical implications of John Marshall's 1823 decision in Johnson v. M'Intosh, which granted European sovereigns rights to lands in North America, effectively displacing Native Americans.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Conquest by Law'? A: The book is authored by Lindsay G. Robertson, who investigates the historical context and implications of the landmark legal decision.
- Q: When was 'Conquest by Law' published? A: 'Conquest by Law' was published on April 12, 2007.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating that it has not been previously owned or used.
- Q: How many pages does 'Conquest by Law' have? A: 'Conquest by Law' contains a total of 239 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Conquest by Law' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of legal history and Indigenous rights, making it suitable for academic study in law, history, and Native American studies.
- Q: What kind of research does the author conduct in the book? A: Lindsay Robertson conducts research based on the corporate records of the Illinois and Wabash Land Companies, revealing insights into the collusion that led to the controversial legal doctrine.
- Q: What is the significance of Johnson v. M'Intosh in American law? A: The case established a doctrine that granted land rights to European settlers while denying Native Americans ownership, significantly impacting Indigenous land rights in the United States.
- Q: What edition of 'Conquest by Law' is available? A: The available edition of 'Conquest by Law' is the first edition.