{"product_id":"the-borgarthing-law-and-the-eidsivathing-law-the-laws-of-eastern-norway-9780367646448","title":"The Borgarthing Law and the Eidsivathing Law: The Laws of Eastern Norway","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Borgarthing Law and the Eidsivathing Law are two medieval laws from eastern Norway that are translated and analyzed in this book, shedding light on medieval ideas about disability, sexual relations, witchcraft, and forbidden foods. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of medieval Norwegian legal history. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 160 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 August 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Borgarthing Law and the Eidsivathing Law, two closely connected medieval laws, were designed to govern adjacent legal provinces in eastern Norway, encompassing areas around and beyond the modern capital, Oslo. This comprehensive book serves as a valuable resource for students and scholars of medieval Norwegian legal history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe heart of this book lies in the presentation of new translations of the two laws, meticulously crafted based on the latest editions and translations into modern Norwegian by Eyvind Fjeld Halvorsen and Magnus Rindal. These translations offer a fresh perspective on the ancient texts, shedding light on medieval ideas and customs related to a wide range of subjects, including Church rites, prohibitions, property, and payments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndividual rules within these laws provide insights into medieval perspectives on diverse topics such as disability, sexual relations, witchcraft, and forbidden foods. The volume includes a comprehensive introduction by Torgeir Landro and Bertil Nilsson, providing an overview of the information on manuscripts and relevant linguistic studies outlined by Halvorsen and Rindal. Additionally, a translators introduction by Lisa Collinson summarizes some of the key points discussed by Halvorsen and Rindal in English, offering valuable insights for readers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo enhance the understanding of the translated texts, footnotes are included, offering essential readings from the original manuscripts. These footnotes highlight significant variations and provide valuable context for the study of medieval law and history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a commentary on each chapter, drawing upon recent scholarship in medieval law, Church history, and other relevant historical fields, this book serves as an invaluable resource for students and scholars seeking to delve deeper into the rich tapestry of medieval Norwegian legal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 310g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367646448\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105069592826,"sku":"9780367646448","price":44.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1659757000419_book.jpg?v=1660108861","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-borgarthing-law-and-the-eidsivathing-law-the-laws-of-eastern-norway-9780367646448","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}