Author: Qian Hongdao
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: This book provides a detailed yet selective exploration of the origins of English law, the emergence and development of common law and equity, the British bourgeoisie revolution and the subsequent legal reforms in England, the spread of English law, the formation and development of the common law system, and the development of American law. In today's world, common law and civil law dominate, and the history and strong development momentum of common law have shaped this status. Legal reform requires us to understand the democratic, constitutional, and rule of law spirit of common law and civil law based on an understanding of our own national conditions, and to grasp the essence of common law. This book provides a detailed yet selective exploration of the origins of English law, the emergence and development of common law and equity, the British bourgeoisie revolution and the subsequent legal reforms in England, the spread of English law, the formation and development of the common law system, and the development of American law, and analyzes the constitutional tradition and spirit of England, the judicial system of common law and civil law, and the main branches of law in common law and civil law. It aims to present a clear and well-structured picture of the overall landscape of common law and civil law, enabling readers to gain significant knowledge of common law and civil law with less time and effort. This book can serve as a textbook and reference for undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students in law, and will also be beneficial for those engaged in legal political studies and judicial practice.