Publisher's Synopsis
Political and military leaders invariably seek the advice of their own international law experts as they engage in foreign-policy interactions and bargaining over vital issues of international concern such as nuclear proliferation, bringing war criminals to justice, the use of torture, the war on terrorism, human rights, global warming, environmental degradation, and the future of the nation-state itself. These are among the ""headline"" topics explored in International Law Today. The essays in this Handbook offer a window onto the world of international discourse. They are written by scholar-practitioners of international law who were selected not only for their acclaimed expertise but also for the clarity and accessibility of their writing.
