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This model, pervasive in numerous introductory texts, emphasizes the importance of learning and applying legal rules.But it gives insufficient regard to the complexity inherent in legal reasoning, including value judgements and contextual rule interpretation.He cautions that this model tends to promote a narrow, positivist view of law, to the detriment of legal education.The essay contrasts approaches to legal reasoning in common law and French legal traditions, with references to Roman law.Samuel highlights the differences in the manner in which 4 Stephen Sedley, Lions under the Throne.