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A collection of Latin maxims & rules, in law and equity : $b selected from the most eminent authors, on the civil, canon, feudal, English and Scots law, with an English translation, and an appendix of reference to the authorities from which the maxims are selected

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A collection of Latin maxims & rules, in law and equity : $b selected from the most eminent authors, on the civil, canon, feudal, English and Scots law, with an English translation, and an appendix of reference to the authorities from which the maxims are selected

by Peter Halkerston

EN·~3 hours·27 chapters

Chapters

27 total
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A COLLECTION OF LATIN MAXIMS & RULES, IN LAW AND EQUITY, SELECTED FROM THE MOST EMINENT AUTHORS, ON THE CIVIL, CANON, FEUDAL, ENGLISH AND SCOTS LAW, WITH AN ENGLISH TRANSLATION, AND AN APPENDIX OF REFERENCE TO THE AUTHORITIES FROM WHICH THE MAXIMS ARE SELECTED.

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PREFACE.

1:33
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A Translation OF LATIN MAXIMS, IN LAW AND EQUITY.

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A.

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B.

3:37
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C.

18:50
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D.

6:20
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E.

5:10
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F.

3:25
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G.

1:43

Description

Step into the world of legal wisdom with a thoughtfully curated treasury of Latin maxims that have shaped courts for centuries. Each terse proverb is presented in its original Latin alongside a clear English rendering, allowing listeners to grasp the nuance of the ancient phrasing without getting lost in translation. The collection draws from civil, canon, feudal, English and Scots traditions, offering a surprisingly broad snapshot of the principles that underpin the rule of law.

Beyond the sayings themselves, the volume includes a concise appendix that points to the authoritative sources from which each maxim was drawn, making it a handy reference for students, historians or practicing lawyers who appreciate a well‑ordered foundation. Listening to these succinct statements feels like a quick lesson in jurisprudential heritage, perfect for a study break or a reflective walk through the corridors of legal thought.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (213K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

Edinburgh: John Anderson and Co., 1823.

Credits

Linda Cantoni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2023-11-27

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Peter Halkerston

A Scottish lawyer turned legal writer, he was known for making complex traditions and old institutions easier to understand. His work ranged from practical law books to detailed writing on Holyrood Abbey and its history.

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