Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282963480 ISBN 13: 9780282963484
Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate tapestry of English legal history, focusing on the fascinating period preceding the reign of Edward I. The author skillfully navigates through the complexities of Anglo-Saxon laws and institutions, shedding light on the evolution of legal concepts and practices that shaped the foundation of English law. The narrative traces the transition from the 'Dark Age' marked by customary laws and blood feuds to the emergence of a more structured legal system under the influence of Roman and Germanic traditions. Exploring the social hierarchy, judicial processes, and the intricate interplay between personal and territorial laws, the author unveils the dynamics of a society grappling with the challenges of establishing order and justice. Through meticulous analysis of historical documents, including law codes, charters, and chronicles, the author reconstructs the legal landscape of Anglo-Saxon England. Concepts such as personal lordship, the role of the kindred, and the gradual erosion of slavery are explored, offering insights into the lives of individuals within a society undergoing profound transformation. The book's exploration of the origins and development of English law provides a deeper understanding of the legal principles and institutions that continue to resonate in the present day. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282963480 ISBN 13: 9780282963484
Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0282963480 ISBN 13: 9780282963484
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.