Handbook of International Law (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521117050)

To the new student of international law, the subject can appear extremely complex: a system of laws created by states, international courts and tribunals operating at the national and global level. A clear guide to the subject is essential to ensure understanding. This handbook provides exactly that: written by an expert who both teaches and practises in the field, it focuses on what the law is; how it is created; and how it is applied to solve day-to-day problems. It offers a uniquely practical approach to the subject, giving it relevance and immediacy. The new edition retains a concise, user-friendly format allowing central principles such as jurisdiction and the law of treaties to be understood. In addition, it explores more specialised topics such as human rights, terrorism and the environment. This handbook is the ideal introduction for students new to international law.

Author: Anthony Aust
ISBN-10: 0521117054
ISBN-13: 9780521117050
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 04/01/2010
Pages: 592
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.86lbs
Size: 9.80h x 6.90w x 1.30d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 04/01/2011
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2011 pg. 171