Ancient Law

Ancient Law - Paperback

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Ancient Law - Paperback

Ancient Law - Paperback

by Henry James Sumner Maine
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by Henry James Sumner Maine (Author)

Sir Henry James Sumner Maine was an English comparative jurist and historian. His thesis in Ancient Law states that law and society developed "from status to contract". In ancient times people were bound by status to their particular group. In modern times people are autonomous agents and are free to make contracts. They can make associations with whomever they want.

Number of Pages: 240
Dimensions: 0.51 x 9.25 x 7.5 IN
Publication Date: November 12, 2008
ISBN9781438504889
Author Henry James Sumner Maine
PublisherBook Jungle
GenreHistory and Education
FormatPaperback
PublishedNovember 2008
LanguageENG- English
Pages240
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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