Early Roman Law: The Regal Period (1872)

Early Roman Law: The Regal Period is a historical book written by Edwin Charles Clark and published in 1872. The book provides a detailed account of the legal system in ancient Rome during the regal period, which lasted from the founding of Rome in 753 BC to the establishment of the Roman Republic in 509 BC.Clark's work is based on extensive research and analysis of primary sources, including ancient texts and inscriptions. He explores various aspects of Roman law during this period, including the role of the king as the chief lawgiver, the development of legal institutions such as the Senate and the Comitia, and the emergence of legal concepts such as property rights and contracts.The book also delves into the social and political context of Roman law during the regal period, examining the influence of religion, customs, and traditions on legal practices. Clark provides a comprehensive overview of the legal system in ancient Rome, offering insights into the origins of Roman law and its evolution over time.Overall, Early Roman Law: The Regal Period is a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient history and law, providing a thorough and engaging exploration of the legal system in ancient Rome during its earliest period of development.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.