Public International Law in a NutshellProvides an overview of contemporary international law and signposts for additional research. Includes chapters on the law of the sea, international environmental law, the use of force and arms control. Text explores the application and relevance of international law, as well as its sources. Discusses international organizations, dispute settlement, International Law of Treaties, and the rights of individuals. In addition, the text addresses jurisdiction, U.S. foreign relations law, and immunities. Also features international legal research sources and methods. |
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Contents
Application and Relevance | 1 |
Relevance and Function of International | 8 |
Sources of International | 18 |
Copyright | |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | Public International Law in a Nutshell In a Nutshell Nutshell series |
| Authors | Thomas Buergenthal, Sean D. Murphy |
| Edition | 3, reprint, revised |
| Publisher | West Group, 2002 |
| ISBN | 0314211586, 9780314211583 |
| Length | 388 pages |
| Subjects | › Law / International |
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