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American Comparative Law: A History

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Book Synopsis: This book details both the intellectual and social history of American legal rules, institutions, ideology, and culture that had a foreign component, either by import or after 1900 also by export from the United States to other legal systems. Combining legal history and comparative law, the volume proceeds chronologically through seven historical periods. These begin with the religious and cultural diversity that existed in the 13 British colonies and its relevance for legal development, especially involving Roman and natural law.

The legal foundation for the new republic established a golden age for comparative law, followed by the formative era for American law, characterized by a shift from public to private law, territorial expansion, resistance to English law, and interest in codification. German historical jurisprudence and learned law then took hold in the United States after the Civil War.

The twentieth century saw sustained scholarly comparative law. Motivated by idealistic as well as practical concerns, U.S. jurists began to export American legal ideas about law and government, an effort that re-emerged after World War II. Comparatists established a scholarly organization that considered a variety of issues ranging from private international law to comparative legal sociology. The 1990s, a decade of opportunities for comparative law, reflected accelerated globalization following the collapse of the Soviet Union. This, and the later return of nationalism, presented jurists with new challenges in understanding the place for rule of law and other legal transplants among the world's nations. Interest in legal cultures and interdisciplinary methodology aided the inquiry.

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Unlock the captivating journey of American legal history with our meticulously researched and expertly written book, American Comparative Law: A History. Immerse yourself in the intellectual and social development of American legal rules, institutions, ideology, and culture, as they evolved and influenced legal systems around the world. Discover the profound impact of religious and cultural diversity in shaping legal development, explore the golden age of comparative law, and witness the transformative power of German historical jurisprudence. From territorial expansion to the globalization era, this compelling book covers it all.

By blending legal history and comparative law, our book offers a unique perspective that will captivate both legal scholars and enthusiasts. Delve into the formative era for American law, where public and private law underwent a monumental shift. Trace the resistance to English law, the interest in codification, and the rise of German historical jurisprudence in the United States after the Civil War. Witness how U.S. jurists embarked on exporting American legal ideas globally, driven by both idealism and practicality, shaping the legal landscape of nations around the world.

With the collapse of the Soviet Union came an era of accelerated globalization, and our book delivers a front-row seat to the opportunities and challenges faced by comparative law in the 1990s. Gain a deep understanding of the evolving role of the rule of law and legal transplants in an ever-changing world. Our interdisciplinary approach and in-depth exploration of legal cultures provide a comprehensive and nuanced analysis that will broaden your perspective.

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