On Capture

Abstract Drawing on the articles in this forum, the essay considers continuities in the relation of raiding to regional reordering and reflects on capture as a sociolegal phenomenon. It comments on three dimensions of capture: the moment of capture, the transformation of booty into property, and the wider legal and institutional context of capture, from protection arrangements to jurisdictional politics.

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Comparative Studies in Society and History
Published
2026-10-14
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1017/s0010417526100681
Primary Topic
Legal and cultural studies analysis
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On Capture

Lauren A. Benton
Comparative Studies in Society and History
Legal and cultural studies analysis
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On Capture

Lauren A. Benton
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Abstract

Abstract Drawing on the articles in this forum, the essay considers continuities in the relation of raiding to regional reordering and reflects on capture as a sociolegal phenomenon. It comments on three dimensions of capture: the moment of capture, the transformation of booty into property, and the wider legal and institutional context of capture, from protection arrangements to jurisdictional politics.

Comparative Studies in Society and History
Yale University (US)
Peace, justice, and strong institutions
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Legal and cultural studies analysis
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