Synopsis
A carefully edited edition of Littleton’s Tenures, presented in accessible English and paired with useful notes for today’s readers.
This edition stays faithful to the classic text while offering practical guidance for study and reference. This volume provides a clear presentation of the English land law as it stood in the era of Littleton, with a biographical and bibliographical introduction to place the work in context. It follows the traditional Coke-on-Littleton translation, while adding marks and footnotes to aid amendments and understanding of the original material. Readers will find the text organized to support study, with explanatory notes that highlight the law’s forms, terms, and long‑standing concepts.
- Editorial introduction and biography to illuminate Littleton’s influence and the book’s history
- Complete presentation of the law as presented in the standard edition, with modernized language where appropriate
- Annotated passages and footnotes to explain terms and historical practice
- Notes on form, punctuation, and translation choices to aid learning and reference
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