Nicholas Vincent
Magna Carta: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199582877
- author:
- Nicholas Vincent
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 152
- Dimensions:
- 11.7 x 0.8 x 17.3 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Ireland,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Magna Carta: A Very Short Introduction by Nicholas Vincent This influential document has shaped British history and politics for centuries. First introduced in 1215, it was a response to the abuses of power by King John, establishing key principles that limit the monarch's authority. Nicholas Vincent explores the significance of the Magna Carta, tracing its impact on constitutional law and its enduring relevance today. With a deep understanding of thirteenth-century English history, Vincent sheds new light on this pivotal moment in British politics. A concise and accessible introduction to one of the most important documents in British history, The Magna Carta: A Very Short Introduction is an ideal starting point for anyone seeking to understand its enduring legacy.
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