Law: A Very Short Introduction 2/e (Very Short Introductions)
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In this Very Short Introduction Raymond Wacks introduces the major branches of the law, describing what lawyers do, and how courts operate, and considers the philosophy of law and its pursuit of justice, freedom, and equality. In this second edition, Wacks locates the discipline in our contemporary world, considering the pressures of globalization and digitalisation and the nature of the law in our culture of threatened security and surveillance.
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Additional information
| Publisher | 2nd edition (24 Sept. 2015), OUP Oxford |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Paperback | 192 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 9780198745624 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0198745624 |
| Dimensions | 10.16 x 0.64 x 17.78 cm |
by celticprincess
great intro to basic law – just what it says – v. informative and easy to understand
by Joaquim Branco
Overall rating is positive. Fast dispatch.
by Miss K L McCullough
Very good introduction to the complexities of Law. Enjoyed reading it.
by Thomas Jay Dolan
Great intro law.
by J Smith
As a retired lawyer I thoroughly enjoyed reading this summary of what law is and how it operates. I think the author did a great job of touching on the main points and it would be a good starting point for anyone wanting to study law.
by Miss Catherine E Edwards
Brilliant and concise
by Annie
Ordered to find out more about the subject as I was considering it for the degree. It is very informative and easy to understand, it’s very well written and I would definitely recommend to snyone considering the subject at degree level or those generally interested!
by LegalBeagle
Excellent introduction to law with a world wide emphasis.