"A Practical Treatise on the Law of Auctions," originally published in 1883, is a comprehensive guide to the legal aspects of auctions. This meticulously detailed volume offers invaluable insights into the laws governing auction sales, complete with forms and directions specifically tailored for auctioneers. Authored by Patrick Fleming Evans, Joseph Bateman, Oliver Smith, and Henry Newton Sheldon, this treatise covers a wide array of topics, including the rights and responsibilities of sellers, buyers, and auctioneers; the legal requirements for conducting auctions; and potential liabilities.