How have Coke's Institutes been described?
"Almost the foundations of our law"
"The cornerstone of English literature"
"A profound philosophical text"
"An uninspired manual on agriculture"
Answer
"Almost the foundations of our law," is how Coke's Institutes, a prominent legal treatise, has been regarded. Published by Sir Edward Coke in the early 17th century, it's an exhaustive examination of English common law. Coke delves into various legal concepts, judicial rulings, and historical precedents, offering profound insights into the legal system at the time.
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