Law and Fact in Roman Law by Iosif Alekseevich Pokrovsky
Law and Fact in Roman Law by Iosif Alekseevich Pokrovsky
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Law and Fact in Roman Law by renowned Russian jurist Iosif Alekseevich Pokrovsky (1868-1920) is a foundational work based on his master’s dissertation. First published in Vienna in 1895, this study presents an original perspective on the distinction between two types of Roman legal actions: those based on law (actiones in jus) and those based on facts (actiones in factum). This essential text offers valuable insights into Roman legal theory, making it a must-read for students and scholars of legal history.