The Oldest Code of Laws in the World

The Oldest Code of Laws in the World is an important historical work by C. H. W. Johns that studies and translates the ancient Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest and most influential legal systems ever written. The book provides insight into the laws and social structure of ancient Babylonian civilization. The text explains how the laws governed areas such as trade, family matters, property rights, labor, crime, and punishment. Through detailed commentary and historical background, the author helps readers understand how ancient societies maintained order and justice thousands of years ago.