“Law, in its most general and comprehensive sense, signifies a rule of action; and is applied indiscriminately to all kinds of action, whether animate, or inanimate, rational or irrational. Thus we say, the laws of motion, of gravitation, of optics, or mechanics, as well as the laws of nature and of nations. And it is that rule of action, which is prescribed by some superior, and which the inferior is bound to obey.”
Quote by William Blackstone
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Commentaries on the Laws of England
Written by Sir William Blackstone, this seminal work offers an in-depth exploration of the English legal system, covering topics such as property, contracts, and criminal law. It has been influential in shaping legal thought and practice in the English-speaking world. more
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William Blackstone
William Blackstone, a British jurist, was born on July 10, 1723, and died on February 14, 1780. He is a significant figure in the history of British law, known for his systematic compilation and exposition of the common law of England. more
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