Publisher's Synopsis
The Essential Nature of Law: Or The Ethical Basis of Jurisprudence, written by William Sullivan Pattee in 1909, is a philosophical exploration of the fundamental nature of law and its ethical underpinnings. Pattee argues that law is not simply a set of rules and regulations, but rather a reflection of deeper ethical principles that guide human behavior and social organization.Drawing on a range of philosophical and legal traditions, Pattee examines the nature of justice, the relationship between law and morality, and the role of law in promoting human flourishing. He also explores the historical development of legal systems and the challenges of adapting them to changing social and cultural contexts.Throughout the book, Pattee emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in shaping legal systems and argues that a deeper understanding of the ethical basis of jurisprudence is essential for developing more just and effective legal systems. The Essential Nature of Law is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the complex relationship between law, ethics, and human society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
