The Judicial Dictionary of Words and Phrases Judicially Interpreted

2003. ISBN-13: 9781584772637; ISBN-10: 1584772638. Stroud, F[rederick] The Judicial Dictionary of Words and Phrases Judicially Interpreted. London: Sweet & Maxwell, Limited, 1890. cxvi, 916 pp. Reprinted 2003 by The Lawbook Exchange, Ltd. ISBN-13: 9781584772637. ISBN-10: 1584772638. Hardcover. New. $125. * Reprint of the first edition. This fascinating volume contains legal definitions of such commonplace words and phrases as "as far as," "but," "foundation," "reason," "taxes," "usual and customary manner" and "incorrigible rogue." Each entry includes examples drawn from briefs, decisions and other legal documents, with those citations. An instant classic when it was first published, this dictionary is now in its 10th edition.