I've read the book, and no diminution of it to say that I learned nothing specifically germane to the research in which I am engaged, which is from 1850 to 1950, that I didn't already know but the book refreshed and reminded me about some resources. I recommend the book to historians, students, and scholars of all types who wish to delve into legal history but have not previously swum deeply or for long distances in those waters.
Having been investing some time in the archives of the State Bar of Texas, the best part of the book for me is the chapter titled "Archives and Practice Materials." The authors note: "much of the material that lends insights into the law is unpublished. . . . Archival research is where the most exciting and rewarding items are often found, offering new insights into the past."
