The Creation of the Common Law: The Medieval Year Books Deciphered

by Thomas Lund

In this modern compilation and commentary, the most important medieval cases are paraphrased and analyzed, making this interesting and entertaining litigation accessible to everyone. Although Maitland's classic History of English Law ends at Henry III's death, until now no one has explained in clear modern language the transformative events that followed. After Edward I became king, Chief Justice Bereford took charge of the legal system and created...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 161619586X
• ISBN13: 9781616195861
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Lawbook Exchange, Ltd.
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"