The book begins by tracing the evolution of property rights and examining the legal frameworks and international conventions that govern them. It delves into the principles and requirements for expropriations as laid down in Article 1 of Protocol 1 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), emphasizing the protection of possessions in the public interest, conditions for expropriation, and control of property use.Furthermore, "Boundaries and Beyond" explores contemporary issues such as intellectual property rights, indigenous land rights, digital property rights, and environmental property rights. It examines the role of property rights in promoting social justice, economic development, and environmental sustainability, while also addressing challenges such as economic inequalities and ecological preservation.