Our Legal Heritage: King AEthelbert - King George III, 600 A.D. - 1776: June 2011 (Sixth) Edition

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Trace the deep roots of the English legal system in S.A. Reilly's definitive survey, Our Legal Heritage. Spanning from King Athelbert in 600 A.D. through the American Revolution in 1776, this sixth edition maps how medieval customs, royal decrees, and parliamentary evolution formed the foundation of modern Western law. The work is both a historical narrative and a legal genealogy, revealing how centuries of precedent shaped contemporary legal institutions.\n\nThis comprehensive history is essential reading for law students, legal professionals, and anyone interested in the evolution of Western jurisprudence. The 2011 edition offers revised scholarship and updated references, making it a current resource for understanding the origins of common law. The EPUB format allows you to study the text on any device, with a readable layout that preserves the flow of the historical argument.