The Magna Charta and Other Great Charters of England: With an Historical (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Boyd Cummings Barrington

 
9781331126034: The Magna Charta and Other Great Charters of England: With an Historical (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover the roots of English law in this focused history of Magna Charta and related charters. This edition presents a concise, accessible look at how a pivotal document emerged from centuries of tension between crown and people, shaping later legal tradition.

This careful study explains the premises, people, and events that culminated in John’s charter, and traces its influence through the reigns that followed. It emphasizes the practical conditions and pressures that produced early rights, offering a clear picture of how laws and liberties began to take form.


  • Context for the Magna Charta and why it matters in legal history

  • How feudal duties, forest laws, and royal governance interacted with common rights

  • Key provisions and their practical effects on governance and justice

  • A through-line from early customs to later statutory development



Ideal for history buffs and readers curious about the origins of constitutional law, this edition helps you understand the circumstances that gave birth to a lasting legal tradition.

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