Commentaries On The Laws Of England (1897)

""Commentaries On The Laws Of England"" is a comprehensive legal treatise written by William Blackstone, an English jurist, in 1765-1769. The book is considered a seminal work in the field of English law and has been influential in shaping legal systems around the world. The 1897 edition of the book includes four volumes and covers a wide range of legal topics, including property law, criminal law, and constitutional law. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it accessible to both legal professionals and laypeople. The work is divided into four parts, each of which covers a different aspect of English law. Part I covers the rights of persons, including the laws governing personal liberty and the rights of property. Part II covers the rights of things, including the laws governing property rights and the laws governing the sale and transfer of property. Part III covers the laws of private wrongs, including the laws governing torts and contracts. Part IV covers the laws of public wrongs, including the laws governing criminal offenses and the laws governing the administration of justice. Overall, ""Commentaries On The Laws Of England"" is an essential work for anyone interested in the history and development of English law, as well as anyone interested in the principles of justice and the rule of 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.