A Realistic Theory of Law

ISBN-13: 9781107188426 / Angielski / Twarda / 2017 / 208 str.

Brian Z. Tamanaha

Opis

The book re-orients jurisprudence and develops an empirically informed theory of law that applies throughout history and across different societies.

Recenzje

'This book develops a holistic theory of law as a social institution with varying forms and functions, tracing law from hunter-gatherer societies to the modern state and beyond.' Howard S. Erlanger, Law & Social Inquiry

Spis treści

Introduction; 1. The third branch of jurisprudence; 2. What is law?; 3. Necessary and universal truths about law?; 4. A genealogical view of law; 5. Law in the age of organizations; 6. What is international law?; Conclusion: a realistic theory of law.