Publisher's Synopsis
A History of Continental Criminal Law is a comprehensive book written by Carl Ludwig Von Bar in 1916. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the development of criminal law in Continental Europe from ancient times to the early 20th century. The author traces the evolution of criminal law from the early Germanic tribes to the Roman Empire and the influence of the Church in shaping the legal system. He also examines the impact of the Enlightenment and the French Revolution on criminal law and the emergence of modern criminal codes. Von Bar explores the different legal systems of various European countries, including Germany, France, Italy, and Spain, and their respective criminal codes. He discusses the role of the judiciary, the concept of punishment, and the treatment of offenders. The book also covers the legal reforms and challenges faced by Continental criminal law in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It highlights the debates on the balance between individual rights and state power, the use of scientific methods in criminal investigations, and the emergence of new forms of crime. Overall, A History of Continental Criminal Law is a valuable resource for scholars and students of law, history, and criminology, providing a thorough examination of the development of criminal law in Continental Europe.And Introductions By William Renwick Riddell And Edwin R. Keedy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
