Law Among The Greeks (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425473297)

Law Among The Greeks is a book written by John Maxcy Zane that provides a comprehensive overview of the legal system of ancient Greece. The book covers the development of Greek law from the earliest times to the Hellenistic period, and examines the various sources of law that were used in ancient Greece, including written laws, customary law, and the decisions of judges. Zane explores the role of law in Greek society, including its impact on politics, economics, and social relations. He also discusses the different types of legal disputes that arose in ancient Greece, such as property disputes, contract disputes, and criminal cases. Throughout the book, Zane draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient Greek texts, archaeological evidence, and modern scholarship. He provides detailed explanations of the key concepts and terminology used in Greek law, and includes numerous examples to illustrate how the legal system functioned in practice. Overall, Law Among The Greeks is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of law and society in ancient Greece. It provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most important legal systems in the ancient world, and sheds light on the ways in which law shaped the lives of the people who lived in ancient Greece.THIS 68 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Story of Law, by John Maxcy Zane. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766193454.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.

Author: John Maxcy Zane
ISBN-10: 1425473296
ISBN-13: 9781425473297
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 68
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.14d