Ancient Laws of Ireland V1: Introduction to Senchus Mor and Athgabhail, or Law of Distress, as Contained in the Harleian Manuscripts (1865)

The book ""Ancient Laws of Ireland V1: Introduction to Senchus Mor and Athgabhail, or Law of Distress, as Contained in the Harleian Manuscripts"" was written by Neilson Hancock and published in 1865. It is a comprehensive study of the ancient laws of Ireland, specifically focusing on two important legal texts known as the Senchus Mor and the Athgabhail.The Senchus Mor is a collection of laws and legal precedents that were compiled in the early Middle Ages, while the Athgabhail is a set of laws that deal with the taking of distress or property in lieu of debt. The book provides an introduction to both texts, including their historical and cultural context, as well as an analysis of their content and significance.The Harleian Manuscripts, which are a collection of medieval Irish legal texts, serve as the primary source material for the book. The author provides a detailed examination of the manuscripts, including their physical characteristics, provenance, and textual variations.Overall, ""Ancient Laws of Ireland V1"" is an important work of scholarship that sheds light on the legal and cultural history of Ireland. It will be of interest to anyone studying Irish history, law, or culture, as well as those interested in the development of legal systems and institutions more broadly.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.