The German Civil Code: Translated and Annotated, With an Historical Introduction and Appendices (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Chung Hui Wang

9780265441312: The German Civil Code: Translated and Annotated, With an Historical Introduction and Appendices (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265441315 ISBN 13: 9780265441312

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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The German Civil Code: Translated and Annotated, with an Historical Introduction and Appendices offers a clear, trusted English rendering of a landmark legal document with expert guidance.

This edition presents the code in translation, supplemented by informative annotations and historical context to help readers understand its structure and principles.

The book is designed for English-speaking lawyers and scholars who need a reliable reference to German private law. It emphasizes key similarities and differences with English law, helping readers compare systems and apply insights to cross-border cases. The accompanying introduction and notes illuminate the code’s development and its practical implications, making the text approachable without sacrificing precision.

Faithful translation of the German Civil Code with careful annotation
Historical introduction that frames the code within its development
Cross-references and explanations to clarify complex provisions
Helpful guidance for readers dealing with comparative law or German legal practice

Ideal for readers of comparative law, civil law study, and practitioners who need a reliable English-language window into German private law.
The book may appeal to those who work with international cases, researchers in legal history, and law students exploring civil law traditions.

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