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The History Of Roman Law is a book that delves into the origins and evolution of Roman law, based on the text of Ortolan's Histoire De La Legislation Romaine Et Generalisation Du Droit, which was originally published in 1896. The author, Joseph Louis Elzear Ortolan, was a French jurist and historian who specialized in Roman law. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of Roman law from its early beginnings to its eventual influence on modern legal systems. It covers topics such as the sources of Roman law, the role of the Roman Senate and magistrates in legal decision-making, and the impact of Roman law on the laws of other countries. The book is written in a scholarly style and is intended for readers with a strong interest in legal history. It includes detailed footnotes and references to primary sources, making it a valuable resource for researchers and students of Roman law. Overall, The History Of Roman Law is a thorough and authoritative account of the evolution of one of the most important legal systems in history.Edited By John Cutler.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.