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The Cambridge Companion to the Philosophy of Law

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Cambridge Companion to the Philosophy of Law
Authors and Contributors      Edited by John Tasioulas
SeriesCambridge Companions to Law
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:434
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 156
ISBN/Barcode 9781107087965
ClassificationsDewey:340.1
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 2 July 2020
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

What is the nature of law as a form of social order? What bearing do values like justice, human rights, and the rule of law have on law? Which values should law serve, and what limits must it respect in serving them? Are we always morally bound to obey the law? What are the philosophical problems that arise in specific areas of law, from criminal and tort law to contract law and public international law? The book provides an accessible, comprehensive, and high quality introduction to the major themes of legal philosophy written by a stellar international cast of contributors, including John Finnis, Martha Nussbaum, Fred Schauer, Onora O'Neill and Antony Duff. The volume is an exceptional teaching tool that provides a critical introduction to cutting-edge work in the philosophy of law.

Author Biography

John Tasioulas is the inaugural Yeoh Chair of Politics, Philosophy and Law and Director of the Yeoh Tiong Lay Centre for Politics, Philosophy and Law, The Dickson Poon School of Law, King's College London.