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by Gaius (Author), Edward Poste (Translator), Edward Arthur Whittuck (Editor)
Gai Institutiones: Or Institutes of Roman Law by Gaius is a comprehensive study of the Roman legal system written by the Roman jurist Gaius in the 2nd century AD. The book is a fundamental text in the field of Roman law and provides an overview of the principles, concepts, and practices of the Roman legal system. The book is divided into four parts, each covering a different aspect of Roman law. The first part deals with the law of persons, which includes topics such as citizenship, slavery, and family law. The second part covers the law of things, which includes property law and inheritance. The third part deals with the law of obligations, which includes contracts, torts, and other legal obligations. The final part covers the law of actions, which includes civil and criminal procedure.The text is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both legal scholars and lay readers. It is also notable for its use of examples and case studies, which help to illustrate the principles and concepts of Roman law in a practical way.This edition of Gai Institutiones: Or Institutes of Roman Law by Gaius was published in 1904 and includes an introduction by the translator, Edward Poste. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of law, Roman history, or legal theory.With An Historical Introduction By Abel Hendy Jones Greenidge.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.
