Magna Carta and Its Influence in the World Today by Sir Ivor Jennings. Prepared for British Information Services by the Central Office of Information, 1965.
This vintage 48-page softcover book was issued to mark the 750th anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta and the 700th anniversary of the parliament of Simon de Montfort. It explores the history, meaning, and continuing influence of Magna Carta on British law, Parliament, the common law, constitutional government, human rights, and legal traditions around the world.
Includes historical commentary, black-and-white illustrations, plates, excerpts, and the text of Magna Carta 1215. A sharp mid-century legal/history publication with strong appeal for collectors of British history, constitutional law, legal history, civics, and government publications.
Softcover book, 48 pages. Measures approximately 7" x 9".
Condition Very good condition overall. Light edge wear and softly rounded corners from age and handling. Pages are bright, crisp, clean, and readable.
Why buy? Issued for the 1965 Magna Carta anniversary year Prepared for British Information Services by the Central Office of Information Includes the text of Magna Carta 1215 Strong appeal for legal history, British history, constitutional law, and civics collectors Attractive mid-century graphic design with illustrated interior pages
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