Readings on the History and System of the Common Law

Pound, Roscoe (EDT)

ISBN 10: 1437137881 / ISBN 13: 9781437137880

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Readings on the History and System of the Common Law
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1437137881
• ISBN 13: 9781437137880
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

""Readings On The History And System Of The Common Law"" is a book written by Roscoe Pound and published in 1904. The book is a comprehensive study of the history and system of the common law, which is the legal system that originated in England and has since been adopted by many countries around the world. The book is divided into two main parts: the first part covers the history of the common law, including its origins in medieval England, its development over time, and its influence on other legal systems. The second part of the book focuses on the system of the common law, including its principles and procedures, its relationship to other legal systems, and its role in modern society. The book is intended for students and scholars of law, as well as anyone interested in the history and workings of the common law. Overall, ""Readings On The History And System Of The Common Law"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand this important legal system and its impact on the world today.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.

About the Author

Roscoe Pound (Nathan) (1870-1964) was dean of Harvard Law School. Before that he was dean at the University of Nebraska School of Law. He is known as the father of the sociological jurisprudence movement and one of America's earliest leaders advocating for legal realism. He authored numerous books, including The Spirit of the Common Law, Law and Morals, and Criminal Justice in America.