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Francis Bacon: Maxims of the law, 1630

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Ff.04.16

Scope and Contents

A legal tract of Sir Francis Bacon, alternatively known as 'Rules and maxims of the common laws of England' (see also MS Hh.06.06). It has the two prefaces dedicated to 'Her sacred majestie'.

Dates

  • Creation: 1630

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Collection:

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Extent

1 volume(s) (183 leaves.)

Language of Materials

English

Latin

Custodial History

'Tho Corie Hosp Graii 1630' appears on the title page. From the Library of John Moore (1646–1714), Bishop of Ely (‘Royal Library’), no. 862.

Physical Description

Paper.

Topical

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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