Private Law Among The Romans

""Private Law Among The Romans: From The Pandects"" is a book written by John George Phillimore in 1863. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the private law system that existed among the Romans, as it was documented in the Pandects. The Pandects, also known as the Digest, is a collection of Roman law compiled by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD. The book covers various aspects of Roman private law, including property rights, inheritance, contracts, and torts. Phillimore provides detailed explanations of the legal concepts and principles that governed these areas of law. He also examines the historical context in which these laws were developed and the social and economic factors that influenced their evolution.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific area of private law. The first chapter provides an overview of the Roman legal system and the sources of law. The subsequent chapters delve into specific topics such as ownership, servitudes, obligations, and marriage. Overall, ""Private Law Among The Romans: From The Pandects"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman law and its influence on modern legal systems. It provides a detailed examination of the private law system that existed among the Romans and the principles that guided it. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both legal scholars and general readers.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.