William Blackstone, 'Commentarie Quotes

A collection of quotes by William Blackstone, 'Commentarie.

William Blackstone (1723-1780) was an English jurist, judge, and legal scholar. He is best known for his influential work, "Commentaries on the Laws of England," published between 1765 and 1769. This monumental work, a systematic analysis of English common law, played a significant role in shaping the legal principles of both England and the United States. Blackstone's commentaries became a standard legal textbook and his ideas on moral and legal philosophy had a lasting impact on the development of legal education and jurisprudence. He is considered one of the most important figures in the history of Anglo-American law.