Britton

Britton: An English Translation and Notes (1901) is a book by Francis Morgan Nichols that provides an English translation and notes on the medieval English legal text known as Britton. The original text, written in Anglo-Norman French in the late 13th century, is a comprehensive guide to English law and legal procedure during the reign of King Edward I. Nichols' translation and notes provide modern readers with access to this important historical document, which sheds light on the legal system of medieval England and the development of common law. The book includes detailed explanations of legal terms and concepts, as well as historical and cultural context for the text. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of medieval history, law, and literature.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.