COMPREHENSIVE AND READABLE ACCOUNT OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
KEY FEATURES:
* Provides students with a thorough grasp of both the theory and practice of international law
* Enables students to easily understand the current position and the proposals for reform in international law. Clearly explains controversial areas.
DESCRIPTION:
A concise and accessible exposition of the key areas of international law for the student. All the components of an undergraduate course are considered and analysed. This edition has been updated throughout, and takes account of the coming into force of the 1982 Law of the Sea Convention. The book provides a thorough grasp of both the theory and practice of international law. This fifth edition has been updated to include new material on the use of force, the International Criminal Court, and terrorism.
CONTENTS:
The Nature of International Law and The International System
The Sources of International Law
The Law of Treaties
International Law and National Law
Personality, Statehood and Recognition
Jurisdiction and Sovereignty
Immunities from National Jurisdiction
Law of the Sea; State Responsibility
The Peaceful Settlement of Disputes
The Use of Force
Human Rights
KEY FEATURES:
* Provides students with a thorough grasp of both the theory and practice of international law
* Enables students to easily understand the current position and the proposals for reform in international law. Clearly explains controversial areas.
DESCRIPTION:
A concise and accessible exposition of the key areas of international law for the student. All the components of an undergraduate course are considered and analysed. This edition has been updated throughout, and takes account of the coming into force of the 1982 Law of the Sea Convention. The book provides a thorough grasp of both the theory and practice of international law. This fifth edition has been updated to include new material on the use of force, the International Criminal Court, and terrorism.
CONTENTS:
The Nature of International Law and The International System
The Sources of International Law
The Law of Treaties
International Law and National Law
Personality, Statehood and Recognition
Jurisdiction and Sovereignty
Immunities from National Jurisdiction
Law of the Sea; State Responsibility
The Peaceful Settlement of Disputes
The Use of Force
Human Rights