Bartolus of Sassoferrato: His Position in the History of Medieval Political Thought (1913)

Bartolus of Sassoferrato: His Position in the History of Medieval Political Thought is a book written by Cecil Nathan Sidney Woolf and published in 1913. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and work of Bartolus of Sassoferrato, an Italian jurist and philosopher who lived in the 14th century. Woolf examines Bartolus' political thought and his contribution to the development of medieval political theory. The book covers Bartolus' early life, education, and career as a lawyer and professor of law. It also explores his major works, including his commentaries on Roman law and his political treatises. Woolf provides a detailed analysis of Bartolus' ideas on sovereignty, the nature of the state, and the relationship between church and state. The book also discusses Bartolus' influence on later political thinkers, including Machiavelli and Hobbes. Overall, Bartolus of Sassoferrato: His Position in the History of Medieval Political Thought is a valuable resource for scholars and students of medieval political theory and intellectual history.This Book Is In English.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.