This is an original study of one of the complex problems of social development - the origin of the state and law. It is written not only from the standpoint of jurisprudence. The author, Doctor of Law, Professor of the Moscow State Law Academy, relied on the modern achievements of scientists in the field of anthropology, history, political science, and philosophy. The book also sets out the author’s own views on the causes and processes of the origin of state and law. For students, graduate students, teachers of legal, political science, historical and philosophical universities and faculties. [No illustrations]