Publisher's Synopsis
Historiarum excerpta Vaticana in titulo De sententiis presents a collection of historical excerpts, likely focusing on legal opinions and judgments, preserved in Vatican manuscripts. Attributed to Polybius, this work offers insights into ancient perspectives on law and governance. As a compilation of historical fragments, it provides valuable material for scholars interested in Roman and Byzantine history, legal history, and the study of ancient sources and their transmission. The book represents a significant contribution to the understanding of legal thought and historical writing in antiquity.
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