""A Summary of the Law of Torts: Or Wrongs Independent of Contract"" is a legal reference book written by Arthur Underhill and published in 1900. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the law of torts, which refers to civil wrongs that are committed against individuals or their property, and are not related to contractual obligations. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of tort law. It covers topics such as negligence, intentional torts, strict liability, and damages, among others. The author provides detailed explanations of the legal principles and concepts that underlie tort law, and includes numerous examples and case studies to illustrate how these principles are applied in practice.The book is intended for use by law students, legal professionals, and anyone else who needs to understand the basics of tort law. It is written in clear and concise language, making it accessible to readers with varying levels of legal expertise. Overall, ""A Summary of the Law of Torts"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this important area of 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.