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The Lay of the Sheriff
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General LawGeneral PoetryBritish History
ISBN13: 9781023482165
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.11
Height: 0.05 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Lay of the Sheriff by Philip Lybbe Powys Lybbe offers a captivating poetic exploration of law enforcement in Oxfordshire, England. This historical poem delves into the duties and experiences of a sheriff within the English county. As an epic poem, the work provides a glimpse into the historical context of law and order in the region. Readers interested in the history of Great Britain, particularly the role of sheriffs and the administration of criminal law, will find this work a valuable resource. The Lay of the Sheriff preserves a unique perspective on a vital figure in the local history of Oxfordshire.
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