In which the Compilation published by King Philip II in the year 1567, last reprinted in 1775, is reformed. Ordered to be reformed by King Charles IV. Madrid, 1805. Contemporary binding in parchment half-leather, with corners. Ex-libris stamped by previous owner. Removed from library records. Vol. 1 - VIII + XXVI + Royal Decree 6 pp. + Volume I - 338 pp. Book I: Of the Holy Church; its rights, property and revenues; prelates and subjects and Royal patronage. Book II: Of ecclesiastical, ordinary and mixed jurisdiction and of the courts and tribunals in which it is exercised. Volume II - 492 pp. Book III: Of the King, and of his Royal Household and court. Book IV: Of the Royal Ordinary Jurisdiction; and of its exercise in the Supreme Council of Castile. Book V: Of the chanceries and courts of the Kingdom; their ministers and officials. Vol. 2 - Book III - 729 pages. Book VI: Of vassals; their distinction of estates and charters; obligations, burdens, and contributions. In this Book VI, pages 225 to 296 are handwritten in quill pen, reproducing the original text. Book VII: Of towns and their civil, economic, and political government. Vol. 3 - Book IV - 400 pages. Book VIII: Of the sciences, arts, and trades. Book IX: Of commerce, currency, and mines. Book V - 530 pages. Book X: Of contracts and obligations; wills and inheritances. Book XI: Of civil, ordinary, and executive trials. Book XII: Of crimes and their punishments and of criminal trials.
