The Law of Freedom and Bondage in the United States V2, Part 2 is a book written by John Codman Hurd in 1862. This book is a comprehensive study of the legal system that governed the relationship between slaves and their owners in the United States during the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with part two focusing on the legal aspects of slavery and the rights of slaves in the United States. The author examines the various laws and court decisions that shaped the legal landscape of slavery in the United States, including the infamous Dred Scott decision of 1857. Hurd also explores the legal challenges faced by abolitionists and the ways in which they sought to challenge the institution of slavery through the courts. Throughout the book, Hurd provides detailed analysis of the legal arguments made by both sides of the slavery debate, as well as the social and political factors that influenced the legal system at the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery in the United States and the legal battles that were fought to end it.In Two Volumes.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.