The Charters Of The Borough Of Cambridge (1901) - Frederic William Maitland - Bog

The Charters Of The Borough Of Cambridge (1901) is a historical book written by Frederic William Maitland. The book is a comprehensive account of the charters that were granted to the borough of Cambridge over the centuries. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the legal and political implications of these charters, and explores the impact they had on the development of the town.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the charters. The author begins by providing a brief history of the town, and then goes on to discuss the various charters that were granted to the borough by different monarchs. He also examines the legal and political implications of these charters, and explores how they affected the governance of the town.One of the key themes of the book is the struggle for power between the town and the university. The author explores the tensions that existed between these two institutions, and how they were reflected in the charters that were granted to the borough. He also discusses the role that the town played in the wider political and social context of England during this period.Overall, The Charters Of The Borough Of Cambridge (1901) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cambridge or the development of English law and governance. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed and nuanced account of the charters that shaped the town's history.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.