The spirit of the bankrupt laws. Originally compiled by Edward Green, Esq; formerly a Commissioner. Wherein are principally considered, the 1. Declaring the party bankrupt. 2. Seizing his Estate, and summoning him to surrender. 3. Receiving Proof of the Debts of his Creditors. 4. Appointing, chusing, and removing Assignees. 5. Selling and conveying the Estate and Effects. 6. The examining and commiting the Bankrupt, his Wife, and others. 7. Certifying his Conformity. 8. Dividing the Estate. 9. Ordering bankrupt his allowance, and Overplus. Which are fully explained and discussed, with the Authority and Power of the Commissioners to commit, from the Determinations of Lords Hardwicke, Mansfield, and of the present Judges. Also precedents, instructions, and a copious index.