A Sketch Of English Legal History (1915) - Paperback

by Frederic William Maitland (Author), Francis Charles Montague (Author), James Fairbanks Colby (Editor)

A Sketch of English Legal History is a book written by Frederic William Maitland and originally published in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of English law from its early origins to the 20th century. Maitland, who was a prominent English legal historian, discusses the various legal systems that existed in England before the Norman Conquest and how these systems were gradually replaced by a more centralized and uniform system of law under the Norman kings. He also examines the role of the common law, the growth of equity, and the impact of legal reforms throughout English history. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of English law. It remains a classic work in the field of legal history and is widely regarded as an important contribution to the study of English law.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.