Materials For The Study Of Private Law In Old Japan (1892)

""Materials For The Study Of Private Law In Old Japan"" is a book written by John Henry Wigmore and first published in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive study of the private law system in old Japan, exploring the legal principles and practices that governed the relationships between individuals, families, and communities. The author draws upon a wide range of primary sources, including court records, legal treatises, and other historical documents, to provide a detailed account of the legal system in Japan during the Edo period (1603-1868). The book covers a variety of topics, including property law, contract law, family law, and criminal law, and provides insights into the cultural and social context in which these laws were developed and enforced. Overall, ""Materials For The Study Of Private Law In Old Japan"" is an important resource for scholars and students of Japanese history, law, and culture.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.