Easton Press Leather Bound Limited Edition. An important book that provides a penetrating intellectual history that traces how subsequent generations transformed Magna Carta from a medieval feudal agreement into a modern political symbol of liberty.
Easton Press , Norwalk Ct. 1994. "Magna Carta: The Heritage of Liberty" by Anne Pallister. Forward by John Macauley. Collector's Edition. Bound in full genuine leather. Sealed.
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Magna Carta
Magna Carta: The Heritage of Liberty is a 1971 academic historical study by Anne Pallister that explores how the legacy and mythos of the Great Charter evolved through English political and legal history
Core Themes
The Afterlife of a Document: Rather than focusing purely on the events of 1215 at Runnymede, the book examines how later generations interpreted, invoked, and re-imagined the Magna Carta to suit changing political arguments.
Evolution of Liberty: It traces the shift of the medieval feudal document into a generalized symbol and legal touchstone for British constitutional liberty.
Historiography: The text analyzes historical commentary and political usage from subsequent centuries, showing how the "myth" of the charter became as important as its literal medieval text.
Features
Includes all the classic Easton Press qualities:
* Premium Leather
* Silk Moire Endleaves
* Distinctive Cover Design
* Hubbed Spine, Accented in Real 22KT Gold
* Satin Ribbon Page Marker
* Gilded Page Edges
* Long-lasting, High Quality Acid-neutral Paper
* Smyth-sewn Pages for Strength and Durability
* Beautiful Illustrations
- Publisher:
- Easton Press
- Edition:
- Limited Edition
- Binding:
- Full Genuine Leather
- Author:
- Anne Pallister
- Title:
- Magna Carta
