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The Corpus Juris Civilis: A Guide To Its History And Use, Frederick W. Dingledy Oct 2016

The Corpus Juris Civilis: A Guide To Its History And Use, Frederick W. Dingledy

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The Corpus Juris Civilis is indispensable for Roman law research. It is a vital pillar of modern law in many European nations, and influential in other countries. Scholars and lawyers still refer to it today. This valuable publication, however, may seem impenetrable at first, and references to it can be hard to decipher or detect. This guide provides a history of the Corpus Juris Civilis and the forms it has taken, states why it is still an important resource today, and offers some tips and tools for research using it.


Forensic Bibliography: Reconstructing The Library Of George Wythe, Linda K. Tesar Apr 2013

Forensic Bibliography: Reconstructing The Library Of George Wythe, Linda K. Tesar

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Forensic Bibliography: Reconstructing The Library Of George Wythe, Linda K. Tesar Jan 2013

Forensic Bibliography: Reconstructing The Library Of George Wythe, Linda K. Tesar

Library Staff Publications

The Wolf Law Library at the College of William and Mary initiated a project to re-create the library of George Wythe, the founding father of American legal education. A relatively small number of Wythe’s books are still extant today; for some volumes, there is strong documentary evidence to prove conclusively he owned specific editions of particular titles. Additionally, four bibliographies with varying levels of substantiating information provide insight into the contents of Wythe’s library. Examination of these sources launched an excursion into bibliographic history and rare book collecting that illuminates the difficulties in attempting to establish the exact editions contained …


From Oxford To Williamsburg: The Evolution Of Legal Education And Law Libraries Across The Pond, James S. Heller Jun 2012

From Oxford To Williamsburg: The Evolution Of Legal Education And Law Libraries Across The Pond, James S. Heller

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