Law: Its Origin, Growth, And Function (1907)

""Law: Its Origin, Growth, and Function"" is a comprehensive book written by James Coolidge Carter in 1907. The book provides a detailed overview of the history and development of law from ancient times to the modern era. It covers the origins of law, its growth and evolution, and how it functions in society. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of law. The first chapter examines the origins of law in primitive societies and how it has evolved over time. The second chapter looks at the growth of law in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The subsequent chapters delve into the development of law in medieval Europe, the emergence of common law in England, and the growth of civil law systems in continental Europe. The book also explores the role of law in modern society, including its relationship with politics and economics. Throughout the book, Carter provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the concepts and principles he discusses. He also provides critical analysis and commentary on various legal systems and their strengths and weaknesses. Overall, ""Law: Its Origin, Growth, and Function"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of law. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject and is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it easy to understand.Being A Course Of Lectures Prepared For Delivery Before The Law School Of Harvard University.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This series of lectures were prepared by the author for delivery at Harvard University Law School, but he died before he had the opportunity to present them. They are an illuminating and thought-provoking exposition of the nature of law and legislation, expounding on the differences between the written and unwritten law. The entire field of human conduct is explored, starting with conduct and its regulation in primitive society. The exposition commences with the search for the answer to the question: What is law? It ventures into the areas of government and politics.