This fifth volume of the pioneering History of the English Law provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the legal developments in England from the Roman period to the end of Elizabeth's reign. Written by a leading legal scholar of the late eighteenth century, it remains an important work in the field of legal history. This volume includes a wealth of detailed notes, providing context and explanation for the legal developments discussed. A must-read for legal scholars and historians alike.

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