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Legal History - The Oxford Edition of Blackstone's: Commentaries on the Laws of England: Book I: Of the Rights of Persons (The Oxford Edition of Blackstone, 1)

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Book Synopsis: Oxford's variorum edition of William Blackstone's seminal treatise on the common law of England and Wales offers the definitive account of the Commentaries' development in a modern format. For the first time it is possible to trace the evolution of English law and Blackstone's thought through the eight editions of Blackstone's lifetime, and the authorial corrections of the posthumous ninth edition. Introductions by the general editor and the volume editors set the Commentaries in their historical context, examining Blackstone's distinctive view of the common law, and editorial notes throughout the four volumes assist the modern reader in understanding this key text in the Anglo-American common law tradition. Book I: Of the Rights of Persons covers the key topics of constitutional and public law. Blackstone's inaugural lecture 'On the Study of the Law' introduces a series of general essays on the nature of law, including a chapter on 'The Absolute Rights of Individuals' . This is followed by an extended account of England's political constitution. The various categories of people or subjects are then surveyed, with special attention to the rights and obligations of masters and servants, husbands and wives, parents and children, and lastly 'artificial persons', or corporations. In addition to David Lemmings' introduction to the volume, Book I includes an introduction from the General Editor Wilfrid Prest.

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Discover the ultimate resource for understanding the common law with The Oxford Edition of Blackstone's: Commentaries on the Laws of England: Book I: Of the Rights of Persons. This variorum edition offers a comprehensive account of the Commentaries' development, allowing you to trace the evolution of English law and Blackstone's thought. With the inclusion of all eight editions from Blackstone's lifetime and the authorial corrections of the posthumous ninth edition, you'll have unprecedented access to the historical context of this influential text.

Immerse yourself in the world of legal scholarship and delve into the nature of law with Blackstone's inaugural lecture 'On the Study of the Law'. This insightful lecture sets the stage for a series of thought-provoking essays on the absolute rights of individuals. As you explore England's political constitution, you'll gain invaluable insights into the rights and obligations of various categories of people, including masters and servants, husbands and wives, parents and children, and even corporations.

The Oxford Edition of Blackstone's: Commentaries on the Laws of England: Book I: Of the Rights of Persons is presented in a modern format for easy comprehension. Our comprehensive introductions by the general editor and volume editors provide the necessary historical context to fully appreciate Blackstone's unique view of the common law. Additionally, our editorial notes throughout the four volumes provide valuable insights and clarifications to ensure you have a complete understanding of this essential text in the Anglo-American common law tradition.

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