Overview of Early Customary Laws Across the World

Marko Nikolić (Author)

9781774698532

Hardback, published 31 March 2024

265 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 2 cm, 0.272 kg

This book offers a global perspective on early customary laws, covering themes such as legal traditions, cultural diversity, the evolution of customary laws, and their impact on societies. It is essential reading for undergraduate students studying law, providing them with insights into the rich tapestry of legal traditions from around the world. Practitioners in the legal field expand their knowledge of legal customs and traditions, which can be relevant in cross-cultural legal contexts. Policymakers gain an appreciation for the cultural aspects of law, especially in multicultural societies, and the general public gains awareness of the diverse and fascinating array of customary legal systems that have shaped human societies throughout history.

• Chapter 1 Introduction to Customary Law
• Chapter 2 Claims under Customary Law
• Chapter 3 The Practices of Customary Law
• Chapter 4 The Establishment of Customary Law
• Chapter 5 Customary Law as an Expression of Norms
• Chapter 6 Embedding Customary Law in Existing Legal Structures
• Chapter 7 Fundamentals to be Addressed in Customary Law
• Chapter 8 Prospects of Customary Law in Community Life