The Histories and Historians of Law in Socialist East Central Europe: A Routledge Companion

The history of law in Socialist East Central Europe is a complex and fascinating subject. The region was home to a number of different legal systems, each with its own unique history and development. In this article, we will explore the histories and historians of law in Socialist East Central Europe, with a particular focus on the following countries: Albania, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, East Germany, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Yugoslavia.

The Legal Systems of Socialist East Central Europe

The legal systems of Socialist East Central Europe were all influenced by the Soviet Union, but they also had their own unique characteristics. The Soviet legal system was based on the principles of Marxism-Leninism, which emphasized the importance of the state and the collective over the individual. The legal systems of Socialist East Central Europe were also influenced by the region's history of feudalism and authoritarianism.

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The legal systems of Socialist East Central Europe varied in their specific details, but they all shared some common features. These features included:

• The supremacy of the state over the individual
• The emphasis on collective rights over individual rights
• The use of law to promote economic and social development

li>The suppression of dissent and political opposition

The Historians of Law in Socialist East Central Europe

The historians of law in Socialist East Central Europe have played an important role in shaping our understanding of the region's legal history. These historians have come from a variety of backgrounds, and they have used a variety of methodologies to study the history of law. Some of the most notable historians of law in Socialist East Central Europe include:

• Albin Eppel (Hungary)
• Jerzy Krasuski (Poland)
• Karel Malý (Czechoslovakia)
• Mihai Sturdza (Romania)
• Veselin Djuretić (Yugoslavia)

These historians have made significant contributions to our understanding of the history of law in Socialist East Central Europe. Their work has helped us to understand the development of the region's legal systems, the role of law in socialist society, and the impact of law on the lives of ordinary people.

The Future of the History of Law in Socialist East Central Europe

The history of law in Socialist East Central Europe is a rich and complex field of study. There is still much that we do not know about the region's legal history, and there are many new and exciting research opportunities for historians. The future of the history of law in Socialist East Central Europe is bright, and we can expect to see continued growth in this field in the years to come.

The history of law in Socialist East Central Europe is a fascinating and important subject. The region's legal systems were shaped by a variety of factors, including the Soviet Union, the region's history of feudalism and authoritarianism, and the unique circumstances of each individual country. The historians of law in Socialist East Central Europe have played an important role in shaping our understanding of the region's legal history, and their work will continue to be important in the years to come.

Further Reading

• Albin Eppel, The Legal Systems of Socialist Central Europe (Budapest: Akadémiai Kiadó, 1985).
• Jerzy Krasuski, The History of Law in Poland (Warsaw: Państwowe Wydawnictwo Naukowe, 1980).
• Karel Malý, The History of Law in Czechoslovakia (Prague: Orbis, 1968).
• Mihai Sturdza, The History of Law in Romania (Bucharest: Editura Academiei Române, 1980).
• Veselin Djuretić, The History of Law in Yugoslavia (Belgrade: Nolit, 1978).

Socialism and Legal History: The Histories and Historians of Law in Socialist East Central Europe (Routledge Research in Legal History)

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