Commentaries on the Laws of England: Of Public Wrongs

The book is a paperback edition from 1962 and shows signs of wear consistent with its age. The cover has some scuffing and minor edge wear, but the binding remains strong. There is no dust jacket, as issued. The pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings.

"Commentaries on the Laws of England: Of Public Wrongs" by William Blackstone, published by Beacon Press in Boston in 1962, is a significant legal text that continues to be a cornerstone in the study of law. This edition, a First Beacon Paperback, is adapted by Robert Malcolm Kerr and includes a preface by Charles M. Haar. Blackstone's work is renowned for its comprehensive analysis of English law, particularly focusing on public wrongs, and has profoundly influenced both English and American legal systems. The paperback format makes this edition accessible for students and scholars alike. Given the historical importance of Blackstone's commentaries, this edition is valuable for collectors of legal history. The book is in good condition, showing some wear typical of paperback copies from this era, but remains intact and highly readable.