A groundbreaking historical study, Magna Carta by J. C. Holt remains the definitive analysis of England’s most famous medieval charter. This 1969 Cambridge University Press first paperback edition offers an in-depth exploration of the document’s origins, context, and enduring legacy
Magna Carta (First published 1965) by historian J. C. Holt is a landmark work in medieval history and constitutional scholarship. This 1969 First Paperback Edition, published by Cambridge University Press, presents Holt’s authoritative study of the Great Charter of 1215—its political context, legal implications, and lasting influence on ideas of liberty and governance.
This copy is in Good condition, with clean pages throughout. An owner’s signature appears on the inside page, and the cover shows minor wear where a sticker was removed (see image 1). The book remains solid and highly readable. A classic scholarly resource, this edition is valued both as a collectible and as a cornerstone of historical study.
Details:
Author: J. C. Holt
Title: Magna Carta
Edition: First Paperback Edition, 1969
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
First Published: 1965
Format: Paperback
Condition: Good — clean pages; owner’s signature inside; slight cover wear from sticker removal
