About the book
This book offers a firsthand examination of legal practice in colonial Africa during the first half of the twentieth century. The author evaluates the place of tribal law in the legal system of South Africa and the complex problems that arise from the conflicting laws of merging cultures. Some of the questions he asks are: What is the relation of tribal law to the common law of the country, especially on the same subject? Can tribal law be developed to keep pace with the changing conditions of tribal society? What is the future of tribal law in South Africa? These questions have sociological implications that reach far beyond the African continent and the waning colonial period during which they were posed.
Editions of Studies in African Native Law
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780812276473
- PDF
- ISBN 9781512803884
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This book offers a firsthand examination of legal practice in colonial Africa during the first half of the twentieth century. The author evaluates the place of tribal law in the legal system of South Africa and the complex problems that arise from the conflicting laws of merging cultures. Some of the questions he asks are: What is the relation of tribal law to the common law of the country, especially on the same subject? Can tribal law be developed to keep pace with the changing conditions of tribal society? What is the future of tribal law in South Africa? These questions have sociological implications that reach far beyond the African continent and the waning colonial period during which they were posed.
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What is Studies in African Native Law about?
This book offers a firsthand examination of legal practice in colonial Africa during the first half of the twentieth century. The author evaluates the place of tribal law in the legal system of South Africa and the complex problems that arise from the conflicting laws of merging cultures. Some of the questions he asks are: What is the relation of tribal law to the common law of the country, especially on the same subject? Can tribal law be developed to keep pace with the changing conditions of tribal society? What is the future of tribal law in South Africa? These questions have sociological implications that reach far beyond the African continent and the waning colonial period during which they were posed.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Studies in African Native Law?
Law > Jurisprudence and general issues > Comparative law
Where can I read a sample of Studies in African Native Law?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780812276473
How long is Studies in African Native Law and how many pages does it have?
Studies in African Native Law has 190 page(s)
Is Studies in African Native Law part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Anniversary Collection
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Studies in African Native Law?
Julius Lewin
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Studies in African Native Law is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780812276473) and pdf(ISBN 9781512803884)
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