The Rule of Law in the 21st Century: A Worldwide Perspective, Second Edition

The rule of law is a concept that has been elusive for generations, but the second edition of The Rule of Law in the 21st Century provides a more comprehensive description of it. The book examines the concept from a variety of perspectives, including the independence of the judiciary and the internationalization of the rule of law, and includes new chapters on war crimes and genocide, addressing corruption, and the rule of law and inequality of women in the US judiciary.

Format: Book
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2022
Publisher: Globe Law and Business

The rule of law is a fundamental principle that asserts that no individual or group is above the law. It is a cornerstone of democratic societies and is essential for ensuring that individuals are treated fairly and that governments are accountable to their citizens. However, the concept of the rule of law has been elusive for generations of scholars, lawyers, and judges, and a more comprehensive description of it has remained elusive.

In the context of the 21st century, the rule of law faces a range of issues and challenges. These include the rise of authoritarianism, the erosion of human rights, the conflict between national security and individual freedoms, and the global spread of corruption.

To address these challenges, the second edition of The Rule of Law in the 21st Century, published in association with the International Bar Association, brings together a diverse array of distinguished editors and authors. These include Professor Robert A. Stein, Justice Richard J. Goldstone, and CEELI Institute Founder Homer Moyer, as well as a host of internationally renowned legal professionals from North America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

The book examines the concept of the rule of law from a variety of perspectives, beginning with the basic principles and the all-important definitional issue of what the term rule of law means. It includes fully updated chapters covering the independence of the judiciary and the internationalization of the rule of law.

The second edition also contains several new chapters, including:

War crimes and genocide: ultimate violations of the rule of law
Addressing the problem of corruption that threatens the rule of law
The rule of law and inequality of women in the US judiciary
Thirty years of rule of law learning
Chapters describing law reform programmes that have strengthened the rule of law around the world in recent decades

The rule of law is humankind's best hope for freedom and justice. By better understanding this important concept in the world today, we can work towards creating a more just and equitable society for all.

Weight: 620g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787427952
Edition number: 2 New edition