Contemporary Philosophy of Law: An Introduction

This volume is designed to meet the needs of the contemporary student of legaltheory. In 45 original essays, written by some of the leading figures in legal theory, this volume collects original articles written for the beginning student of legal theory. Each article takes the student through the basic theoretical concepts, bringing the student to an understanding of legal theory previously unavailable in a single volume. While the text is written as a guide for the uninitiated, it will be of great interest to scholars as well. Not only do each of the authors synthesize and articulate the basic concepts of each perspective, the authors strive to make an original contribution on each topic. Each essay will be of considerable interest to student and scholar alike.