The Impact of Law's History: What's Past is Prologue
The Impact of Law's History: What's Past is Prologue
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This book explores how legal history has shaped and continues to shape our shared present, focusing primarily on England and Australia, with contributions from legal historians, practicing lawyers, judiciary members, and legal academics. It examines legal decisions, major changes, and landmark laws, including the Magna Carta and the Mabo Decision.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
This captivating book delves into the profound influence of legal history on our contemporary reality, exploring its multifaceted dimensions. Spanning across England and Australia, the chapters establish clear and meaningful connections to various aspects of our modern lives. Contributions showcase the diverse approaches to the relevance of legal history in the present, highlighting both specific legal decisions and broader historical transformations that have shaped our world over centuries.
The contributors to this work are a diverse group of legal historians, practicing lawyers, members of the judiciary, and legal academics. They draw upon a wide range of sources, including statutes, legal treatises, and television programs, to develop their analytical insights. Notable legal figures such as Edward Marshall Hall and Sir Dudley Ryder are examined, as are landmark legal milestones such as the Magna Carta and the Mabo Decision.
Through their comprehensive examination, the contributors shed light on the ways in which legal history has shaped our societal norms, institutions, and values. They demonstrate how historical legal decisions and events continue to resonate in the present, influencing legal practices, policymaking, and our understanding of justice. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in exploring the intricate relationship between the past and the present, offering a deeper appreciation of the role of law in shaping our world.
Weight: 420g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030900700
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022
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