Understanding Jurisprudence by Raymond Wacks
Perfect for the student new to jurisprudence, this book provides an illuminating introduction to the central questions of legal theory. An experienced teacher of jurisprudence, Professor Wacks' approach is both accessible and entertaining, providing the ideal base for further study.
Review from previous edition An admirably clear, extremely helpful, and accurate, up-to-date introduction to this formidable subjectThe elegance of the writing and the breadth of knowledge - displayed here in such an easily accessible form - make it essential reading for every student of Jurisprudence. Professor Stephen Guest, Professor of Legal Philosophy, University College London The latest edition of Wacks Understanding Jurisprudence will no doubt remain popular with many undergraduate students and merits its place too. Robin Lister, Bradford University, The Law Teacher, 2012 Where and whenever I will exert any influence on the reading list for a course on jurisprudence, I will make sure that Professor Raymond Wacks' excellent book Understanding Jurisprudence will be included. Carl-Fredrik Choler, University of Orebro, Sweden
Professor Raymond Wacks has taught jurisprudence for thirty years in three jurisdictions. He has published more than twenty books and numerous articles on legal philosophy, the right of privacy, and human and animal rights. His Philosophy of Law: A Very Short Introduction has been translated into many languages including Chinese, Japanese, Greek, and Arabic. Professor Wacks' first novel White Lies appeared in 2010.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780199608263 |
| ISBN 10 | 0199608261 |
| Title | Understanding Jurisprudence |
| Author | Raymond Wacks |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2012-02-14 |
| Number of pages | 416 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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