This comprehensive legal text explores the complex interplay between colonial, foreign, and English law in the context of international trade and diplomacy. Written by a team of legal experts led by William Burge, the book covers a range of topics, including maritime law, commercial law, and the law of nations. The authors provide detailed commentaries on key legal cases and precedents, as well as insightful analyses of the broader political and economic issues at play.

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