Explaining the various ideas in legal philosophy, this title introduces students to the fundamental themes in legal philosophy. It analyses and comments on the writing of the foremost legal theorists.
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Jurisprudence: Theory & Context by Professor Brian Bix
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Table of Contents
Part A: Legal Theory: Problems and Possibilities Overview, Purpose and Methodology. Conceptual Questions and Jurisprudence. Part B: Individual Theories About the Nature of Law H.L.A. Hart and Legal Positivism. Hans Kelsen's Pure Theory of Law. Natural Law Theory and John Finnis. Understanding Lon Fuller. Ronald Dworkin's Interpretive Approach. Part C: Themes and Principles Justice. Punishment. Rights and Rights Talk. Will and reason. Authority, Finality and Mistake. Common Law Reasoning and Precedent. Statutory Interpretation and Legislation Intention. Legal Enforcement by Morality. The Obligation to Obey the Law. Part D: Modern Perspectives on Legal Theory American Legal Realism. Economic Analysis of Law. Modern Critical Perspectives. Law and Literature. Pragmatism.
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GOR001886265
9780421927100
0421927100
Jurisprudence: Theory & Context by Professor Brian Bix
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