Understanding Jurisprudence: An Introduction to Legal Theory

Wacks, Raymond

ISBN 10: 0198806019 / ISBN 13: 9780198806011

Published by Oxford University Press, 2017

About this Item

This book is in good condition, except for wrinkled plastic cover. Written with students in mind, Professor Raymond Wacks brings legal theory to life through his lucid and entertaining style. The author has crafted a manageable guide, balancing concise introductions to the key theorists and core issues such as punishment and rights without ignoring the subtleties of the subject. Seminal quotes from leading scholars are included to help students recognise the impact of their work, while extensive further reading suggestions at the end of each chapter invite students to explore the broad range of literature available on central topics. Each chapter concludes with a series of critical questions designed to encourage reader to think analytically about the law and the key debates which surround it. This book is accompanied by online resources which includes multiple-choice questions with instant feedback to give students the chance to test their understanding. 407pp Fifth Edition.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Understanding Jurisprudence: An Introduction to Legal Theory
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198806019
• ISBN 13: 9780198806011
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 5th or later Edition
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Seller catalogs:
  • Law

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Synopsis

Written with students in mind, Professor Raymond Wacks brings legal theory to life through his lucid and entertaining style. The author has crafted a manageable guide, balancing concise introductions to the key theorists and core issues such as punishment and rights without ignoring the subtleties of the subject.

Seminal quotes from leading scholars are included to help students recognise the impact of their work, while extensive further reading suggestions at the end of each chapter invite students to explore the broad range of literature available on central topics. Each chapter concludes with a series of critical questions designed to encourage reader to think analytically about the law and the key debates which surround it.

This book is accompanied by online resources which includes multiple-choice questions with instant feedback to give students the chance to test their understanding.

About the Author

Professor Raymond Wacks has taught jurisprudence around the world for over thirty years. He has published more than twenty books and numerous articles on legal philosophy, the right of privacy, and human and animal rights. His books have been translated into several languages including Arabic, Greek, Chinese, Italian, Indonesian, Japanese, Thai, and Georgian.