The Common Law: A Very Short Introduction

The Common Law: A Very Short Introduction

Very Short Introductions

The common law dates back to 11th century England and the British Empire. In this Very Short Introduction Joseph Getzler explains the evolution of the common law through the centuries, describing the main institutions; from courts, procedures, and juries, to the main categories of law, including property, tort, contract, and public law.

LAFC; LAZ; VSD

340.57

Joshua Getzler (Professor of Law and Legal History, University of Oxford, Fellow and Tutor in Law, St Hugh’s College, Oxford) – Oxford University Press