Philosophy of Law

Classic and Contemporary Readings

656 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

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

• Reihe: Wiley Philosophy Anthologies
• Themen: Recht Rechtswissenschaft, allgemein Rechtsmethodik, Rechtstheorie und Rechtsphilosophie
• ISBN: 9781405183871
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 09.04.2009
• Größe: 244 x 170 mm
• Verlag: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
• Herausgegeben von: Jeff Brown, Larry May