Frederick William Maitland and the History of English Law.
Cameron, James R. Frederick William Maitland and the History of English Law. Originally published: Norman: University of Oklahoma Press, [1961]. xvi, 214 pp. Portrait frontis. Illustrations. Reprinted 2001 by The Lawbook Exchange, Ltd. ISBN-13: 9781584771357. Smyth sewn maroon cloth bound hardcover with gilt stamped labels on spine and front cover. New. $85. * Frederic William Maitland was a legendary Cambridge professor. He is widely known for the landmark text The History of English Law Before the Time of Edward I, which he wrote with Sir Frederick Pollock. In this volume, James R. Cameron provides a critical analysis of Maitland's massive contributions to Anglo-American legal history. Cameron measures his work against the standards of modern historical scholarship. This book includes a complete bibliography of Maitland's writings, compiled book reviews, and biographical notes. The "Father" of Modern Legal History: Maitland (1850-1906) practically created the field of English legal history. Before him, people looked at old laws to prove political points. Maitland used original legal records, court rolls, and manuscripts to understand what people were actually doing in medieval times. The Genius Behind the Masterpiece: Even though his landmark 1895 book bears the names of both Pollock and Maitland, historians agree that Maitland did almost all of the writing and research. His clear, lively prose style makes 800-year-old legal concepts easy to grasp even today. The Value of Cameron's Analysis: Published originally in 1961, Cameron's book acts as a vital bridge. It evaluates how well Maitland's Victorian-era conclusions hold up against mid-20th-century historical discoveries. The extensive bibliography at the back is a goldmine for researchers tracking down rare legal essays and early critiques.
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