Magna Carta

Magna Carta, forced on King John in 1215 by rebellion, is one of the famous documents in world history. It asserts a fundamental principle: that ruler is subject to the law. This book draws on discoveries to give an account of Magna Carta's origins, survival and enforcement, showing how it quickly gained a central place in English political life.

• | By (Author): Prof David Carpenter
• | Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
• | Publication Date: Jan 01, 2015
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 624 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0241953375
• | ISBN-13: 9780241953372