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Trial by Combat: A clear, compact look at a long-running legal tradition This book presents a plain, straightforward sketch of how judicial duels shaped law in Britain and Europe, from ancient times to the early modern era. It traces how trial by battle grew from prewritten history into a feudal force, then into the chivalric practices of later centuries, and finally into a history that time could not easily erase.
Two short paragraphs you can skim quickly frame the value: The work focuses on Britain and its neighbors, offering a panoramic view of how the duel functioned as a legal remedy, a public spectacle, and a test of honor. It emphasizes concrete cases, procedures, and the shifts in law and custom that shaped these battles across England, Scotland, and beyond. The author aims to present the facts clearly, with an eye toward understanding the place of the wager of battle in British history.
- Learn how trial by combat emerged and evolved across Europe and Britain
- See how duels were organized, who championed them, and what rules governed them
- Explore the English and Scottish contexts, from early practices to the decline of duel culture
- Get a sense of the social and legal consequences of these battles, including royal and church influence
Ideal for readers interested in medieval history, legal history, and the cultural reach of chivalry.
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If debts of gratitude were mortgages Trial by Combat would enter the world heavily burdened. My chief purpose in writing a preface is to register the more considerable of my obligations.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Excerpt from Trial by Combat
This account of the judicial duel in England and Scotland has grown out of general antiquarian studies. A few facts casually gleaned furnished the staple of a paper read to the Glasgow Juridical Society in the spring of 1888. Subsequently the quest for material was systematically pursued. The evidence gathered seemed to make decisively for several new and relatively important historical conclusions. In support of these a dangerous ambition is now gratified - to break a lance in the lists of history.
If debts of gratitude were mortgages 'Trial by Combat' would enter the world heavily burdened. My chief purpose in writing a preface is to register the more considerable of my obligations.
To Professor Frederic W. Maitland of Cambridge I owe warm thanks for direct help in dealing with the early English duel of law.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating history of trial by combat in England and Scotland, a practice that spanned centuries and exerted a profound influence on the legal systems of these nations. The author examines the origins of this brutal form of justice, tracing its roots back to ancient Germanic and Scandinavian cultures. The book delves into the details of trial by combat, analyzing its legal framework, courtroom procedures, and its evolution under the impact of Norman conquest and the rise of chivalry. It explores the fascinating role played by champions, who fought on behalf of both individuals and institutions, and the intricate system of oaths and ordeals that existed alongside combat. The author deftly analyzes the gradual decline of trial by combat as the concept of law matured and more humane methods of resolving disputes emerged. This book offers a captivating glimpse into a lost era of justice, revealing the complex interplay of law, tradition, and societal values that shaped the past. It provides a nuanced understanding of how trial by combat shaped legal systems and contributed to the evolving landscape of justice in Britain. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781331287254_0
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