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Understanding International Law

Erschienen am 22.01.2010, Auflage: 1/2010
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ISBN/EAN: 9781405197656
Sprache: Englisch
Umfang: 486 S.
Einband: kartoniertes Buch

Beschreibung

Understanding International Law introduces students to the various aspects of international law and especially its relationship with global politics. Utilizing an approach that carefully balances politics and law, the book reflects on their interdependency and places an emphasis on an evolving international society largely structured by the rules of international law. All of the major facets of international law are addressed, with topics including: the philosophical origins of international law; its sources, efficacy, and jurisdiction; diplomacy and arms limitations; international crimes and atrocities; human rights; non-state actors; environmental considerations; as well as reflections on the future of international law. Of particular value to students of politics and international relations, readers benefit from the author's expertise in Political Science and International Law - as well as his thirty-five years of experience in presenting complex subject matter in a lively and accessible manner. The book contains enhanced pedagogy as well as a specially created companion website (www.wiley.com/go/internationallaw) providing students with additional resources to aid their learning, including links to case studies.

Leseprobe

Leseprobe

Inhalt

List of Boxes Preface List of Abbreviations Part I: Making the World More Lawful: 1. The Rise of International Law 2. A World of Actors: A Question of Legal Standing 3. The Sources of International Law: Creating Law without Government 4. The Efficacy of International Law 5. Jurisdiction: Domain over Places and Persons Part II: Making the World Safer: 6. Diplomacy in Pursuit of Peace 7. Arms Limitations for a Less Violent World 8. Law to Constrain Force 9. Core International Crimes: Atrocities That Shock the Conscience of Humankind Part III: Making the World Better: 10. Human Rights: Freedom and Protection for Humankind 11. The Global Environment in Jeopardy 12. Rules for Sharing the World''s Wealth Part IV: Making the Future: 13. The Problems and Prospects of International Law Glossary of Terms Bibliography Index