ELEMENTA IURIS ROMANI, VOLUME II: A Systematic Treatise in the Classical Tradition (Roman Law Series)

Unlock the Foundations of Modern Private Law.In Elementa Iuris Romani, Volume II, Cornelis van Houte provides a masterful and systematic exploration of the three pillars of Roman legal life: Obligations, Succession, and Actions. Written in the grand classical tradition yet tailored for the modern scholar, this volume bridge the gap between ancient Roman jurisprudence and the contemporary civilian legal systems of today.From the intricate definitions of obligatio to the complex evolution of inheritance and the revolutionary formulary procedure, this treatise offers an unparalleled depth of analysis. Whether you are exploring the nuances of bonae fidei (good faith) in contracts or the historical roots of personality rights in the delict of iniuria, this book serves as both a comprehensive textbook and a definitive reference.What you will find in Volume II:The Law of Obligations: A detailed study of contracts (Real, Verbal, Literal, and Consensual), quasi-contracts, delicts, and the foundational concepts of dare, facere, praestare.The Law of Succession: Comprehensive coverage of intestate and testamentary succession, legacies, and the protection of heirs—from the Twelve Tables to the reforms of Justinian.Actions and Civil Procedure: A journey through the evolution of Roman litigation, from archaic rituals to the flexible formulary system and the official cognitio extraordinaria.Modern Continuity: Each chapter bridges the past and present, demonstrating how Roman categories like unjust enrichment and possessory interdicts form the "genetic code" of modern civil codes in France, Germany, and beyond.Designed for law students, legal historians, and practitioners of civil law, Elementa Iuris Romani is more than a history of law—it is an invitation to understand the structural logic that continues to govern justice in the 21st century.Perfect for:University students of Roman Law and Comparative Law.Legal scholars seeking a systematic, Latin-cited reference work.History enthusiasts interested in the administrative and social heart of Rome. Read more