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Odal Rights and Feudal Wrongs [By D. Balfour]

Odal Rights and Feudal Wrongs [By D. Balfour]

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General LawGeneral Political ScienceBritish History

ISBN10: 1148212272
ISBN13: 9781148212272
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Apr 1 2010
Pages: 134
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Odal Rights and Feudal Wrongs by D. Balfour delves into the complex history of land tenure in Scotland, contrasting the ancient Odal system with the feudal system imposed later. Balfour meticulously examines the origins and principles of Odal law, highlighting its emphasis on individual rights and community ownership. He argues that the introduction of feudalism led to significant social and economic disparities, dispossessing many of their ancestral lands. This book offers a valuable perspective on the historical struggle for land rights and the enduring legacy of pre-feudal legal traditions. Odal Rights and Feudal Wrongs remains relevant for those interested in legal history, Scottish history, and the comparative study of land ownership systems.

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