The Social Legislation Of The Primitive Semites (1915)

by Henry Schaeffer

Book Overview

The Social Legislation Of The Primitive Semites is a book written by Henry Schaeffer and originally published in 1915. The book is a detailed examination of the social and legal customs of the ancient Semitic peoples, including the Babylonians, Assyrians, and Hebrews. Schaeffer explores the development of these societies and their laws, including marriage, divorce, inheritance, and property rights. He also examines the role of religion in shaping these laws, as well as the influence of neighboring cultures on the Semitic legal system. The book provides a comprehensive look at the social and legal structures of these ancient societies, shedding light on the origins of many modern legal and social customs. It is an important resource for scholars of ancient history and anthropology, as well as anyone interested in the development of human society and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437301967
• ISBN13: 9781437301960
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"