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A History of European Law
Paolo Grossi
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Description for A History of European Law
Hardback. This book charts the development of law in Europe from its medieval origins to the present day. The author explores the changing social context for the relationship between law and culture and the development of political ideas about modern states. Translator(s): Hooper, Laurence. Series: Making of Europe. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: BG; HBJD; LA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 22. Weight in Grams: 486.
This book explores the development of law in Europe from its medieval origins to the present day, charting the transformation from law rooted in the Church and local community towards a recognition of the centralised, secular authority of the state.
This book explores the development of law in Europe from its medieval origins to the present day, charting the transformation from law rooted in the Church and local community towards a recognition of the centralised, secular authority of the state.
- Shows how these changes reflect the wider political, economic, and cultural developments within European history
- Demonstrates the diversity of traditions between European states and the possibilities and limitations in the search for common European values and goals
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
Series
Making of Europe
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781405152945
SKU
V9781405152945
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99-50
About Paolo Grossi
Paolo Grossi The author (born in Florence in 1933) is Professor of History of Medieval and Modern Law at the University of Florence, and a member of the Accademia dei Lincei. He has recently been appointed judge in the Constitutional Court of the Italian Republic. His most recent publications include Italian Civil Lawyers: An Historical Profile (2002), Law between ... Read more
Reviews for A History of European Law
"With that said, it remains a remarkable work written by a master of his craft. It conveys complex ideas effortlessly and picks out interesting themes throughout." (The Edinburgh Law Review, 1 September 2011)