The Land System In Maryland, 1720-1765 - Paperback

by Clarence P. Gould (Author)

""The Land System in Maryland, 1720-1765"" by Clarence P. Gould is a historical account of the land ownership and land use practices in Maryland during the mid-18th century. The book delves into the political, economic, and social factors that influenced the development of the land system in Maryland, including the role of the colonial government, the influence of English land laws, and the impact of the tobacco industry on land use. Gould provides a detailed analysis of the various types of land ownership and the different methods of land acquisition, including land grants, patents, and purchases. He also examines the role of slavery in the land system and the impact of the growing slave population on land use practices. Overall, ""The Land System in Maryland, 1720-1765"" provides a comprehensive overview of the complex and dynamic land system in Maryland during a critical period in the state's history.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.