Philosophy of Law: Classic and Contemporary Readings

Philosophy of Law: Classic and Contemporary Readings
Format
Hardback
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Country
United Kingdom
Published
23 April 2009
Pages
648
ISBN
9781405183888

Philosophy of Law: Classic and Contemporary Readings

Philosophy of Law provides a rich overview of the diverse theoretical justifications for our legal rules, systems, and practices.* Utilizes the work of both classical and contemporary philosophers to illuminate the relationship between law and morality* Introduces students to the philosophical underpinnings of International Law and its increasing importance as we face globalization* Features concrete examples in the form of cases significant to the evolution of law* Contrasts Anglo-American law with foreign institutions and practices such as those in China, Japan, India, Ireland and Canada* Incorporates diverse perspectives on the philosophy of law ranging from canonical material to feminist theory, critical theory, postmodernism, and critical race theory

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