International Law

The fourth edition of International Law is the most student-focused approach, providing ideal coverage for short, foundational courses at European law schools. It is written with non-native English-speaking students in mind and includes learning features that highlight the areas of debate and encourage students to engage critically with key disputes. The textbook also takes a critical perspective on various aspects of international law and introduces the controversies and areas of debate without assuming students prior knowledge. New to this edition are discussions of current events related to international law, case law from the International Court of Justice, and coverage relating to the recent developments in international climate law. The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access, along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 392 pages
Publication date: 18 May 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press

The most student-focused approach, providing ideal coverage for short, foundational courses at European law schools.

International Law presents a student-focused approach to the subject; clearly written with non-native English-speaking students in mind, a range of learning features highlight the areas of debate and encourage students to engage critically with key disputes.

US BL Provides comprehensive and concise coverage of the central issues in public international law, making this an ideal textbook for students taking short, introductory courses at European law schools.

BEUE US BL Takes a critical perspective on various aspects of international law, introducing the controversies and areas of debate without assuming students' prior knowledge of the topics discussed.

BEUE US BL Supportive learning features, including central issues boxes, chapter summaries, recommended reading, and discussion questions highlight the essential points and encourage students to engage critically with the legal disputes.

New to this edition:

US BL Discussion of current events related to international law, such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing armed conflict in Ukraine, as well as issues related to the increased tensions surrounding Taiwan, the economic fall-out in Sri Lanka, and the IAEA's assistance mission to the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant in Ukraine.

BEUE US BL New case law from the International Court of Justice, including the Court's judgment on reparations in the Armed Activities case and its initial proceedings in Ukraine's case against Russia, as well as new cases from the European Court of Human Rights and the International Criminal Court.

BEUE US BL Coverage relating to the recent developments in international climate law, including the efforts of small island states in this regard.

In conclusion, International Law is an essential textbook for students taking short, introductory courses at European law schools, providing comprehensive and concise coverage of the central issues in public international law, taking a critical perspective on various aspects of international law, and introducing current events related to international law. It also includes new case law from the International Court of Justice, the European Court of Human Rights, and the International Criminal Court, as well as coverage relating to the recent developments in international climate law.

Dimension: 246 x 171 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192870087
Edition number: 4 Revised edition