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'The Common Law' is an important work written by Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr., a prominent American jurist and Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Published in 1881, the book revolutionized legal thinking and had a profound impact on the development of American jurisprudence. In the book, Holmes examines the fundamental principles and concepts that underlie the legal system, particularly the common law tradition. He explores topics such as legal reasoning, the evolution of legal doctrines, the role of judges in interpreting and applying the law, and the relationship between law and society. The author has mentioned prevailing legal theories and argues for a more pragmatic and realistic approach to law, emphasizing the importance of context, social consequences, and the evolution of societal norms.
