Publisher's Synopsis
International Law: Norms, Actors, Process: A Problem-Oriented Approach , now in its Third Edition, uses an interdisciplinary approach and real-world problems to illustrate the law in action and encourage students to think more deeply about global events. Leading students from basic to advanced topics, this distinguished author team combines a discussion of doctrine with insights from political science and other fields to create a dynamic and contemporary study of International Law.
A stimulating and manageable text for professors and students, International Law: Norms, Actors, Process: A Problem-Oriented Approach features:
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real-life problems that illustrate the reach and limit of the law in
practice and engage students in the subject, with such topics as
- war crimes
- extraterritorial jurisdiction
- climate change
- comprehensive, timely, and balanced coverage that focuses on traditional and non-traditional law making processes, including the roles of non-governmental organizations (NGOs), corporations, government officials and international bodies
- a flexible and logical organization
- a concise introduction to the history of international law
- a wealth of interdisciplinary materials
- a clear and straightforward writing style
- a detailed Teacher’s Manual with sample syllabus
- an author website that provides additional documents, updates, and related links
Updated throughout, the Third Edition provides:
- expanded coverage of counter-terrorism strategies
- international decisions addressing the legality of Security Council sanctions
- recent US Supreme Court cases deciding on the effect of international treaties in US domestic law
Taking the problem approach one step further—using compelling real-life problems—authors Jeffrey L. Dunoff, Steven R. Ratner, and David Wippman offer an exciting pedagogical approach that is as engaging as it is informative.
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