A collection of Latin maxims and phrases literally translated by John N. Cotterell

"A Collection of Latin Maxims and Phrases Literally Translated" by John N. Cotterell is a legal reference work written in the early 20th century. This collection serves as a study aid for law students preparing for legal examinations, providing a comprehensive list of important Latin maxims often cited in legal texts. The content is aimed primarily at those pursuing a legal career, encapsulating fundamental legal principles that are essential for understanding various aspects of law." "The opening of this collection presents an introduction and preface, where the author, John N. Cotterell, emphasizes the significance of familiarizing oneself with Latin legal maxims as they frequently appear in legal discussions and examinations. Cotterell shares his conviction that these maxims represent widely accepted legal truths and principles that can greatly benefit students. He explains that they will be useful for students to memorize, as questions concerning these maxims are common on legal exams, making them crucial for academic success in the field of law." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Cotterell, John N.
LoC No. 14002183
Title A collection of Latin maxims and phrases literally translated
Intended for the use of students for all legal examinations
Edition Third edition
Original Publication United Kingdom: Stevens and Haynes,1913.
Credits Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class K: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence
Subject Latin language
Subject Legal maxims
Category Text
eBook-No. 68465
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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