Lectures On The Growth Of Criminal Law In Ancient Communities (1890) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781437182613)

Lectures On The Growth Of Criminal Law In Ancient Communities is a book written by Richard Robert Cherry in 1890. The book is a collection of lectures that focus on the development of criminal law in ancient societies. Cherry examines the legal systems of various ancient communities, including the Greeks, Romans, and Hebrews, and analyzes how their laws evolved over time.The book is divided into six lectures, each of which covers a different aspect of criminal law in ancient communities. The first lecture provides an overview of the subject and discusses the importance of studying ancient legal systems. The second lecture focuses on the Greeks, examining their legal system and the role of the courts in enforcing the law.The third lecture looks at the Romans and their legal system, including the development of the Twelve Tables and the role of the praetor in administering justice. The fourth lecture examines the legal system of the Hebrews, including the Ten Commandments and the role of the Sanhedrin in enforcing the law.The fifth lecture discusses the influence of Christianity on criminal law, including the development of canon law and the role of the church in administering justice. The final lecture looks at the evolution of criminal law in medieval Europe, including the development of the inquisitorial system and the growth of the common law.Throughout the book, Cherry emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context in which these legal systems developed. He also explores the social and cultural factors that influenced the growth of criminal law in these societies. Overall, Lectures On The Growth Of Criminal Law In Ancient Communities provides a comprehensive overview of the development of criminal law in ancient societies and offers valuable insights into the evolution of legal systems over time.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: Richard Robert Cherry
ISBN-10: 1437182615
ISBN-13: 9781437182613
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2008
Pages: 140
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d