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Magna Carta: A Commentary on the Great Charter of King John With an Historical Introduction

By William Sharp McKechnie

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the historic grievances and struggles for liberty that led to the creation of England's Great Charter.

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2021-05-17
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"Magna Carta: A Commentary on the Great Charter of King John" by William Sharp McKechnie is a historical exploration of the Magna Carta, viewing its profound influence on English freedom. Penned in the early 20th century, this book offers a contemporary look at the historic document and its contribution to English constitutional history. The book studies the grievances that created the charter while setting the stage for an exploration of its complexities, advocating its need for detailed examination of its importance. The goal of this book is to provide a fresh viewpoint, underscore its impact to struggles for liberty, and disagree with interpretations of the past.

About the Author

William Sharp McKechnie was a Scottish scholar, historian, lecturer in Constitutional Law and History, and author of Magna Carta: A Commentary on the Great Charter of King John with an Historical Introduction. He later held the Chair of Conveyancing at the University of Glasgow from 1916 until 1927. Upon his retirement, he was awarded an honorary LL.D.

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