Wales Had Its Own Laws That Were More Just

Prior to their replacement by the English, Wales had its own laws, codified under the reign of Hywel Dda (Hywel the Good). He lived from 880 AD to 950 AD and reigned over most of what is now Wales from 942 to 950 AD. He brought scholars from the disparate part of his Kingdom to create a common code of laws for all the Kingdom. These became know as the Laws of Hywel Dda. They were known for general fairness (relative to the times) and included rights for women. They were only completely replaced in 1532 AD. This rare scholarly book of the Laws of Hywel Dda is considered one of the most thorough studies of the Laws and their history. "Hywel Dda -- the Law" by Dafydd Jenkins. Published by Gomer Press in 1986, this copy is from the third printing in 2000. In excellent condition, other than a small tear on the lower title page of dustcover. Pickup category timeslot {A}