Township and Borough: The Ford Lectures 1897: with an Appendix of Notes relating to the History of Cambridge

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Township and Borough: The Ford Lectures 1897: with an Appendix of Notes relating to the History of Cambridge
Authors and Contributors      By (author) F. W. Maitland
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:242
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreHistory
ISBN/Barcode 9780521176286
ClassificationsDewey:307.760942
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 28 April 2011
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Frederick William Maitland (1850-1906) is generally regarded as the modern father of English legal history. In this volume, which was originally published in 1898, Maitland discusses the development of English towns, and the concurrent transition from rural to urban habits which occurred amongst the townspeople. The text was produced as the companion volume to The Ford Lectures, which were given by Maitland during 1897. Consummately researched, it is distinguished by the thorough and sensitive use of primary sources which is characteristic of Maitland's work, a sensitivity that is combined with a lively and engaging written style. This is a fascinating book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in legal history and the process of urbanisation.