A clear introduction to legal history. Why do we need laws? What rights are protected by law? Why does INTERPOL exist? This innovative reference work presents the history of legal sciences in an easily understandable way, featuring informative diagrams and engaging graphics, and highlights over 90 important legal decisions and laws from around the world - from ancient Greek laws, the Declaration of Human Rights during the French Revolution, to same-sex marriage. The new title in the DK bestseller series Big Ideas!

The great book of legal history for reference - connections, theories, and biographies presented in an entertaining and comprehensible manner:

• Over 90 of the most important court decisions and laws: This book narrates the beginnings of law around 2100 BC to the present day.
• Knowledge presented graphically: Insightful diagrams, as well as original illustrations and photographs in a fresh layout, creatively facilitate access to the complex world of legal sciences.
• Interesting questions about rights and laws are answered clearly and vividly in this book, encouraging reflection.
• The influence of legal history on our current laws: Learn more about the impact of the Ten Commandments, Magna Carta, or rights from the Middle Ages on our contemporary understanding of law.
• The history of legal sciences in six major chapters: The origins of law, law in the Middle Ages, conquest and enlightenment, the advance of the rule of law, a new world order, and law in today's time.

Discover and understand legal history! The perfect accessible comprehensive overview of a complex science - foundational knowledge for studying, informing, or referencing!.