John, King
The Magna Carta
- ISBN 13:
- 9781500478568
- author:
- John, King
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 56
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Magna Carta Libertatum, commonly known as the Magna Carta, is a charter agreed to by King John at Runnymede in 1215. Drafted by the Archbishop of Canterbury to make peace between the king and rebel barons, it promised protection for church rights, safe imprisonment, swift justice, and limitations on feudal payments. The charter was initially met with skepticism, but after its reissue in 1216 and again in 1225, it became an integral part of English political life. Although its practical significance waned over time as new laws were passed by the fledgling English Parliament, interest in the Magna Carta experienced a resurgence at the end of the 16th century. Today, this historic document remains a significant milestone in the development of constitutional law and human rights.
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