Littleton's Tenures In English (1903)

Littleton's Tenures in English is a legal treatise written by Thomas Littleton in the 15th century. The book is a comprehensive guide to the laws and customs of medieval England, with a particular focus on property law. The text is written in Middle English, but this 1903 edition includes a modern English translation for ease of reading. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the different types of land tenure, the rights and responsibilities of landowners and tenants, and the various legal procedures used in property disputes. It is considered a foundational text in the development of English common law and is still studied by law students and legal scholars today. This edition also includes an introduction by the editor, explaining the historical context of the book and its importance in the development of English 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.