Magna Carta - Law, Liberty, Legacy (Paperback)

When it was granted by King John in 1215, Magna Carta was a practical solution to a political crisis. In the centuries since, it has become a potent symbol of liberty and the rule of law. This catalogue accompanies a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition at the British Library commemorating the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta. It takes us on a journey from the charter's medieval origins through to what it means to people around the world today. Drawing on the rich historical collections of the British Library - including two original copies of Magna Carta from 1215 - the catalogue brings to life the history and contemporary resonance of this globally important document. It features treasured artefacts inspired by the rich legacy of Magna Carta, including Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence and an original copy of the Bill of Rights.

General

Imprint:	The British Library Publishing Division
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	March 2015
Editors:	Claire Breay • Julian Harrison
Dimensions:	280 x 220 x 22mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	272
ISBN-13:	978-0-7123-5763-0
Categories:	Books > Law > Jurisprudence & general issues > Legal history Books > Arts & Architecture > Art forms, treatments & subjects > Art treatments & subjects > Exhibition catalogues and specific collections Books > Humanities > History > British & Irish history > General Books > Law > Laws of other jurisdictions & general law > Constitutional & administrative law > General Books > History > British & Irish history > General
LSN:	0-7123-5763-7
Barcode:	9780712357630

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