A Dissertation on the History of the Lease: Being the Introduction to a Treatise on the Law of Landlord and Tenant (1860) by Robert Hunter is a comprehensive study of the history of the lease, which serves as an introduction to a larger treatise on the law of landlord and tenant. The book provides a detailed analysis of the evolution of the lease, tracing its origins back to the feudal system and examining its development through the centuries. Hunter explores the legal and economic factors that have influenced the lease, including changes in property ownership, social and cultural norms, and government policies. He also examines the various legal forms that the lease has taken over time, including the fixed-term lease, the periodic lease, and the tenancy at will. The book concludes with a discussion of the contemporary legal landscape surrounding leases, including the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, the role of the courts in resolving disputes, and the impact of modern legislation on lease agreements. Overall, A Dissertation on the History of the Lease provides a comprehensive and insightful overview of the lease as a legal and economic institution, making it an essential resource for scholars, lawyers, and anyone interested in the history of property 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.