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From articles centering on the detailed and doctrinal exposition of the law to those which reside almost wholly within the realm of philosophical ethics, this volume affords comprehensive treatment to both sides of the philosophico-legal equation. Systematic and sustained coverage of the many dimensions of legal thought gives ample expression to the true breadth and depth of the philosophy of law, with coverage of:The modes of knowing and the kinds of normativity used in the law; Studies in international, constitutional, criminal, administrative, persons and property, contracts and tort law-including their historical origins and worldwide ramifications; Current legal cultures such as common law and civilian, European, and Aboriginal; Influential jurisprudents and their biographies; All influential schools and methods
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From articles centering on the detailed and doctrinal exposition of the law to those which reside almost wholly within the realm of philosophical ethics, this two-volume reference treats both sides of the philosophico-legal equation. Covering all major historical, cultural, and geographical settings, about 300 international contributors discuss the modes of knowing and the kinds of normativity used in the law; studies in international, constitutional, criminal, administrative, persons and property, contracts and tort law; current legal cultures; influential jurisprudents and their biographies; all influential schools and methods; and the practice of legal philosophy today (including the historical and international dimensions). The alphabetically-arranged entries deal with issues many times over from different points of view. Edited by Gray, associate professor of philosophy at Concordia U. and author of numerous journal articles. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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