Commons, Forests and Footpaths is a historical account of the struggle for public rights over the commons, forests, and footpaths of England and Wales during the last forty-five years of the nineteenth century. Written by George Shaw-Lefevre (also known as Lord Eversley), this book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the various battles and campaigns that were fought by the commoners, farmers, and other interested parties to preserve their traditional rights of access and use of these important public resources.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the common lands and forests, the various legal and political challenges faced by the commoners, the role of the government and the courts in resolving disputes, and the various strategies and tactics employed by both sides in the struggle for public rights. It also includes detailed descriptions of many of the key events and personalities involved in the battle, including the famous Epping Forest case and the work of the Commons Preservation Society.Overall, Commons, Forests and Footpaths is a fascinating and informative account of an important period in the history of public access and land use in England and Wales. It provides a valuable insight into the social, political, and legal issues that were at stake in this struggle, and highlights the importance of preserving our public resources for future generations.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.