Historical Origins of International Criminal Law: Volume 2
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| Rating | : | 4.96 (894 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 8293081139 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 814 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-14 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It aspires to generate new knowledge, broaden the common hinterland to international criminal law, and further develop this relatively young discipline of international law. Volume 2 comprises contributions by prominent international lawyers and researchers including Professor LING Yan, Professor Neil Boister, Professor Nina H.B. This anthology aims to address this lacuna by examining trials, proceedings, legal instruments and publications that may be said to be the building blocks of contemporary international criminal law. The contributions to the three volumes of this study bring together experts with different professional and disciplinary expertise, from diverse continents and legal traditions. Ultimately, we hope to raise awareness and generate further discussion about the historical and intellectual origins of international criminal law and its social func
Unearthing the History of International Criminal Law What is the historical genesis of international criminal law? Did the development of international criminal law begin with the Nuremberg and Tokyo trials? Or were there other practices, philosophies and trials that took place before Nuremberg and Tokyo and in the interim period between these two t. The authors come from different disciplinary backgrounds and do a great job of introducing and analysing little known historical For such a complex subject, I found the majority of chapters in this book well written and clear. The authors come from different disciplinary backgrounds and do a great job of introducing and analysing little known historical trials and events to the reader. I was pleased to discover a very infor