This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Black's Law Dictionary: Definitions of the Terms and Phrases of American and English Jurisprudence, Ancient and Modern, 5th Edition is one of the most authoritative and widely used legal dictionaries. Compiled by Henry Campbell Black, it is a cornerstone reference in the legal profession, providing precise definitions and explanations of legal terms, phrases, maxims, and concepts. It contains a significant number of Latin legal maxims and phrases, providing translations and explanations for their use in legal contexts, and updates and revisions from earlier editions to account for changes in American and English law. This dictionary is used extensively by attorneys, judges, law students, and legal scholars for its precision and authority. The dictionary is not just a tool for understanding legal terms but also a critical resource for interpreting laws, drafting legal documents, and conducting legal research. The 5th edition remains a respected resource, though it has since been succeeded by newer editions.