Commentaries on the Laws of England, Book the First by Sir William Blackstone

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Author Blackstone, William, Sir, 1723-1780
Title Commentaries on the Laws of England, Book the First
Note Reading ease score: 49.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Commentaries on the Laws of England, Book the First" by Sir William Blackstone is a comprehensive academic text written in the late 18th century. The work is designed to serve as a systematic presentation of English law, focusing on the civil polity and legal framework of the time, compiled from Blackstone's lectures at the University of Oxford. It aims to enlighten readers about the legal principles that govern society and the importance of legal knowledge in the context of personal rights and responsibilities. The opening of the work sets the stage for Blackstone's exploration of English law by discussing the significance of legal education and the long-standing neglect of such instruction within universities. Blackstone reflects on the necessity for gentlemen and scholars to be acquainted with the law, illustrating that understanding legal principles is vital for leadership and responsible citizenship. He emphasizes the importance of law in ensuring justice and the protection of liberty, indicating that the subsequent sections will delve into the specific rights of individuals, the role of Parliament, and the nature of governance in England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class KD: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United Kingdom and Ireland
Subject Law -- England -- History
Subject Law -- England
Category Text
EBook-No. 30802
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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