Magna Carta Law, Liberty, Legacy |
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| Editor:
| Breay, Claire
Harrison, Julian |
| Contribution by:
| British Library Staff, |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7123-5763-0 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2015 |
| Publisher: | British Library, The
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $39.95 |
Book Description:
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When it was granted by King John in 1215, the Magna Carta was a practical solution to a political crisis. In the centuries since, it has become a potent symbol of liberty and the rule of law. Drawing on the rich historical collections of the British Library--including two original copies of Magna Carta from 1215--this book brings to life the history and contemporary resonance of this globally important document. It features treasured artifacts inspired by the rich legacy of Magna...
More DescriptionWhen it was granted by King John in 1215, the Magna Carta was a practical solution to a political crisis. In the centuries since, it has become a potent symbol of liberty and the rule of law. Drawing on the rich historical collections of the British Library--including two original copies of Magna Carta from 1215--this book brings to life the history and contemporary resonance of this globally important document. It features treasured artifacts inspired by the rich legacy of Magna Carta, including Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence and an original copy of the Bill of Rights.