Year Books of the Reign of King Edward the First. Years XX and XXI : Rolls Series.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Horwood, Alfred J.

Series:

Year Books of the Reign of King Edward the First Series

Year Books of the Reign of King Edward the First Series ; v.1

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Law reports, digests, etc--Great Britain.

Law reports, digests, etc.

Courts.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (545 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2014.

Summary:

This work, edited by Alfred J. Horwood, presents the Year Books documenting legal cases during the reign of King Edward I, specifically covering the 20th and 21st years of his rule. Compiled under the authority of Her Majesty's Treasury and the direction of the Master of the Rolls, the text emphasizes historical accuracy through meticulous collation of manuscripts. The book sheds light on medieval legal practices, extensive litigation, and societal reliance on law and order. It also explores challenges such as judicial corruption and delays in legal proceedings, which influenced public perception of governance. Intended for scholars and historians, the publication serves as a critical resource for understanding the legal and social structures of medieval Britain. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9781554937196

1554937191

OCLC:

1470851785