The Formation of English Common Law by John Hudson

The Formation of English Common Law by John Hudson

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This student introduction to the growth of English Common Law, from the Norman Conquest through to the Magna Carta, integrates legal development with change in thought, society and politics, in an interpretative framework.

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The Formation of English Common Law by John Hudson

During the Anglo-Norman period a concept of law developed, binding ruler and ruled alike and which was based on custom common throughout the country. This was Common Law and it was from this that subsequent law developed. John Hudson's text is an introductory survey of Common Law for students and other non-specialist readers. Certain aspects of medieval law such as its feuds, its ordeals and its outlaws are well known, this text shows how these aspects fitted in to the system as a whole, considers its Anglo-Saxon origins, the influence of the Norman invaders and later administrative reforms. The events and legal processes also throw light on the society, politics and thought of the times.
'a welcome introduction to the literature..Hudson writes gracefully, his exposition is exceedingly well-informed'  Law and History Review
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ISBN 13 9780582070264
ISBN 10 0582070260
Title The Formation of English Common Law
Author John Hudson
Series The Medieval World
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 1996-06-21
Number of pages 288
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