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............................................................................................................................DescriptionInternational Law is an introductory text for students of contemporary public international law.The author surveys the different concepts of international law and describes the substantiveprocedural principles, which are necessary for a proper understanding of the international legal process. The position of international law within municipal legal systems, particularly those of the U.K.. USA and Canada, is expounded and salient differences of approach are highlighted.The format and style of the earlier editions has been retained, while the author has incorporated the major international developments, inter alia:• The international response to the break up of Yugoslavia;• The debate over the establishment of a permanent international criminal court;• The focus on human rights following the 1993 Vienna Declaration. The text is selected and arranged to reflect the syllabus of a standard undergraduate international law course. However. Professor Wallace provides a clear overview of the principles underlying the international legal process, making it suitable for students of international politics, international relations, human rights, practitioners confronted with problems with an international dimension, as well as anyone with an interest In the contemporary international community. International Law is designed as a stand alone text, although it may be used as a narrative companion to a source book such as Harris: Cases and Materials on International Law.............................................................................................................................Contents1. Introduction2. Sources3. International Law and Municipal Law4. International Personality5. Territory6. Jurisdiction7. The Law of the Sea8. State Responsibility9. Human Rights10. The Law of Treaties11. The Use of Force12. Arbitration and Judicial Settlement of International Disputes13. Conclusion ............................................................................................................................Author DetailsProfessor Rebecca M.M. Wallace, M.A., LL.B., Ph.D., Head of Law Department, Napier University Edinburgh............................................................................................................................
