Description
Bringing together over 260 authors from 50 countries, the
Encyclopedia of Comparative Law is the most comprehensive reference work in the field of comparative law.
The Encyclopedia provides a unique collection of entries, written by authorities in their field, on the current state of this ever-emerging discipline. Entries provide unique insights into not only classical themes within the field but also expand the comparative method to many new topics – showing the way ahead for future scholarship. In addition, many topics are placed within a broader context, with attention given to aspects of social science, economics and anthropology.
Entries are alphabetically arranged, covering topical aspects of comparative law as well as country reports addressing the world’s most important jurisdictions. The Encyclopedia is an indispensable source of information for anyone dealing with comparative and international aspects of the law.
Key Features:
- A comprehensive range of over 225 substantive entries
- Entries organised alphabetically for ease of navigation
- Fully cross-referenced
- Special focus on methods used in comparative scholarship
- Entries written by the world’s foremost scholars of comparative law
- World class editorial team
