An Introduction to Public International Law

Provides an accessible, balanced, and nuanced introduction to public international law, with examples of how the law applies in practice.

Cecily Rose (Author), Niels Blokker (Author), Daniëlla Dam-de Jong (Author), Simone van den Driest (Author), Robert Heinsch (Author), Erik Koppe (Author), Nico Schrijver (Author)

9781108421454, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 3 March 2022

396 pages
25 x 17.5 x 2.5 cm, 0.81 kg

'In this compact volume, a very talented group of writers have deftly summarized the field of public international law, providing a basic but nuanced account of both its foundations and key subject matter areas. For those new to the field, this book is a great place to start.' Sean D. Murphy, Manatt/Ahn Professor of International Law, George Washington University; Member, UN International Law Commission

Written for students working in a range of disciplines, this textbook provides an accessible, balanced, and nuanced introduction to the field of public international law. It explains the basic concepts and legal frameworks of public international law while acknowledging the field's inherent complexities and controversies. Featuring numerous carefully chosen and clearly explained examples, it demonstrates how the law applies in practice, and public international law's pervasive influence on world affairs, both past and present. Aiming not to over-emphasize any particular domestic jurisprudence or research interest, this textbook offers a global overview of public international law that will be highly valuable to any student new to the study of this very significant field.

Author biographies
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
Table of cases
1. Introduction
Part I. The Foundations of International Law
2. Sources of international law
3. Subjects, statehood and self-determination
4. Law of treaties
5. Law of state responsibility
6. Jurisdiction
7. Immunities
8. International organizations
9. International dispute settlement
Part II. The Branches of Public International Law
10. International human rights law
11. Law on the use of force
12. International humanitarian law
13. International criminal law
14. International economic law
15. Law of the sea
16. International environmental law
Index.

Subject Areas: International organisations & institutions [LBBU], Public international law [LBB], International relations [JPS]