International law and international relations

"In this fully updated and revised edition, the authors explore the evolution, nature and function of international law in world politics and situate international law in its historical and political context. They propose three interdisciplinary 'lenses' (realist, liberal and construc...

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Main Authors: Armstrong, J. D. [ (James David)] , 1945- (Author), Farrell, Theo , 1967- (Author), Lambert, Helene (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cambridge : Cambridge University Press , c2012
Edition:2nd ed
Series:Themes in international relations
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. The nature of international law
  • 2. The evolution of international law
  • 3. Three lenses : realism, liberalism, constructivism
  • 4. Use of force
  • 5. Human rights
  • 6. International crimes
  • 7. International trade
  • 8. The environment
  • 9. Law and power in an evolving world order