Infamia Its Place in Roman Public and Private Law is a book written by A. H. J. Greenidge that delves into the concept of infamia in ancient Roman law. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal and social implications of infamia, which was a form of legal disrepute that could be imposed on individuals who engaged in certain types of behavior deemed unacceptable by Roman society. The author explores the historical context of infamia, its evolution over time, and its relationship with other legal concepts such ...
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Infamia Its Place in Roman Public and Private Law is a book written by A. H. J. Greenidge that delves into the concept of infamia in ancient Roman law. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal and social implications of infamia, which was a form of legal disrepute that could be imposed on individuals who engaged in certain types of behavior deemed unacceptable by Roman society. The author explores the historical context of infamia, its evolution over time, and its relationship with other legal concepts such as citizenship, property rights, and criminal law. The book also examines the ways in which infamia was used as a tool of social control and punishment, both in the public and private spheres. Through a detailed analysis of primary sources and legal texts, Greenidge provides a nuanced understanding of the complex legal and social dynamics of infamia in ancient Rome. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient Roman law, as well as anyone interested in the history of legal systems and social norms.1894. Contents: On the Meaning of Existimatio; On the Meaning of Infamia; The Censorian Infamia and Its Developments; The Praetorian Infamia and Its Developments; Later History of the Infamia; Effects of the Developed Conception of Infamia; Infamia in Its Application to Women; Modes of Extinguishing Infamia; and Modified Forms of Disqualification Based on Character and Standing. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
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