Description
Book SynopsisThe sixth edition of Public International Law continues the bookâs accessible, student-friendly tradition with a writing style that is both conversational and easy to read.
Uniquely both a textbook and a casebook, the facts of each case and the details of decisions are succinctly set out, followed by detailed commentary and, where appropriate, a brief explanation of subsequent events. Fully up to date with all recent developments, the sixth edition covers the major areas of public international law and examines the leading cases of the International Court of Justice and other international courts and tribunals, whilst paying attention to judgments of national courts, including the UK Supreme Court, the US Supreme Court, and courts of many other countries when they make challenging or novel contributions to international law.
Features designed to support learning include highlighted key cases, introductory chapter overviews and concise outlines, and recommended f
Table of Contents
1. History and nature of international law 2. Sources of international law 3. The law of treaties 4. International law and municipal law 5. International personality 6. Recognition of states, governments and intergovernmental organisations in international law 7. Territorial sovereignty 8. The law of the sea 9. Jurisdiction 10. Immunity from national jurisdiction 11. State responsibility for wrongful acts 12. An overview of the international protection of human rights 13. Self-determination of peoples 14. Peaceful settlement of disputes between states 15. The use of force 16. Collective security 17. International humanitarian law
