The Principles of Roman Law and Their Relation to Modern Law

by William Livesey Burdick

2004 · The Lawbook Exchange, Ltd.

This text presents a general survey of the principles of Roman law as they have developed over time with respect to their place in civil law, English common law and the American and Canadian legal systems. This book is a solid introduction to the subject of Roman law and its application in personal and family law in subsequent legal systems.