Livingston Autograph for Sale

Someone is accepting bids on an 1836 letter written and signed by Edward Livingston. Livingston was best known for authoring a Louisiana penal code in 1824. Though the code was not adopted, it brought him international fame for its simplicity and vigor. The code focused on criminal reform and prison discipline, which noticeably influenced the penal legislation of various countries.

Posted by Capital Clerks at January 30, 2005 11:55 AM