Primitive And Ancient Legal Institutions (1915) - Albert Kocourek - Bog

Primitive And Ancient Legal Institutions is a book written by Albert Kocourek and published in 1915. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the legal systems of various ancient civilizations, including those of ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, India, and China, as well as those of primitive societies. Kocourek examines the origins of law and legal systems, and how they developed over time in different cultures. He explores the role of law in society, including its function in maintaining order, resolving disputes, and protecting individual rights. He also discusses the various types of legal systems, such as customary law, religious law, and secular law, and how they differ from one another.The book delves into specific legal practices and institutions in each civilization, such as the role of judges, lawyers, and juries, as well as the use of torture and capital punishment. Kocourek also examines the ways in which legal systems have influenced each other throughout history, as well as the impact of legal systems on the development of culture and society.Overall, Primitive And Ancient Legal Institutions provides a comprehensive look at the legal systems of ancient civilizations and their impact on the development of law and society. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of legal history, anthropology, and sociology.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.