Commentaries on the Laws of England (1897)

""Commentaries on the Laws of England"" is a comprehensive book written by William Blackstone in 1765-1769. This book is considered one of the most influential legal texts in the history of English common law. The book is divided into four volumes, each of which covers different aspects of the law. The first volume covers the rights of individuals, including the rights of persons, personal property, and real property. The second volume focuses on the law of crimes, including the definition of crimes, the punishment for crimes, and the rights of the accused. The third volume covers the law of private wrongs, including torts, contracts, and other civil matters. The fourth and final volume covers the law of public wrongs, including constitutional law, administrative law, and criminal law. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both legal professionals and the general public. Blackstone's writing is also noted for its philosophical and historical context, providing insight into the development of English law over time. Overall, ""Commentaries on the Laws of England"" is a seminal work that has had a lasting impact on the development of the legal system in England and other common law countries.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.