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The World's Legal Philosophies (1912)

The World's Legal Philosophies (1912)

Berolzheimer, Fritz
Jastrow, Rachel Szold
Macdonell, John

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral Law

ISBN10: 1165164434
ISBN13: 9781165164431
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 506
Weight: 1.48
Height: 1.02 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The World's Legal Philosophies, originally published in 1912, is a comprehensive study of legal philosophy by German-American legal scholar Fritz Berolzheimer. The book explores the different legal systems and philosophies that exist around the world, providing readers with a detailed overview of the historical, cultural, and philosophical factors that have shaped these systems.Berolzheimer begins by examining the legal systems of ancient Greece and Rome, tracing the evolution of legal thought from the early days of the Republic to the later years of the Empire. He then moves on to explore the legal systems of medieval Europe, including the common law of England and the civil law of continental Europe.From there, Berolzheimer turns his attention to the legal systems of the Far East, including China and Japan, as well as the Islamic legal tradition. He examines the unique features of these systems, including their emphasis on collective responsibility and the role of religion in legal thought.Throughout the book, Berolzheimer emphasizes the importance of understanding legal philosophy as a way of understanding the societies and cultures that produce it. He argues that legal systems are not simply technical systems of rules and procedures, but are deeply embedded in the cultural and social fabric of their respective societies.The World's Legal Philosophies is a seminal work in the field of legal philosophy, and remains an important resource for scholars and students alike. Its insights into the historical, cultural, and philosophical roots of legal systems around the world continue to inform contemporary debates about the nature and purpose of law.Also With An Introduction By Albert Kocourek.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.

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