De Antiquis Legibus Liber. Cronica Maiorum Er Vicecomitum Londoniarum (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9789354183157)

Step into the heart of 13th century London, where the city's secrets are etched in Latin and history pulses through every page. De Antiquis Legibus Liber. Cronica Maiorum Er Vicecomitum Londoniarum offers a rare, unfiltered window into medieval London history, documenting the lives and deeds of its mayors and sheriffs with striking immediacy. This chronicle of mayors is more than a record; it is a living testament to the evolution of governance and law, capturing the challenges and triumphs of medieval city governance at a time when London was forging its civic identity. A cornerstone of London civic history, this volume stands as one of the earliest and most detailed historical legal records of medieval Britain. Scholars, historians, and keen readers alike will find it an indispensable academic study resource-its pages brimming with insights into the customs, conflicts, and daily life of a city in transformation. As part of the distinguished Camden Society publications, it remains a touchstone for researchers seeking to understand the foundations of urban authority and communal life. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are a passionate student of history or a collector of historical document collections, this book is more than a reprint: it is a cultural treasure restored for a new era.

Author: Camden Society (Great Britain)
ISBN-10: 9354183158
ISBN-13: 9789354183157
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 10/19/2020
Pages: 556
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d