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What About Law?: Studying Law at University
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Most young people considering studying law, or pursuing a legal career, have very little idea of what learning law involves and how universities teach law to their students. The new edition of this book, which proved very popular when first published in 2007, provides a ‘taster’ for the study of law; a short, accessible presentation of law as an academic subject, designed to help 17- and 18-year old students and others decide whether law is the right choice for them as a university subject, or, if they have already made the choice, what to expect when they start their law degree. It helps answer the question ‘what should I study at university?’ and counters the perception that law is a dry, dull subject. “What About Law?” shows how the study of law can be fun, intellectually stimulating, challenging and of direct relevance to students. Using a case study approach, the book introduces prospective law students to the legal system, as well as to legal reasoning, critical thinking and argument. This is a book that should be in the library of every school with a sixth form, every college and every university, and it is one that any student about to embark on the study of law should read before they commence their legal studies. All of the authors have long experience in teaching law at Cambridge and elsewhere and all have also been involved, at various times, in advising prospective law students at open days and admissions conferences. Listed as one of the Six of the best law books that a future law student should read by the Guardian Law Online, 8th August 2012.
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Additional information
| Publisher | 2nd Revised edition (10 Mar. 2011), Hart Publishing |
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| Language | English |
| Paperback | 256 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 184946085X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1849460859 |
| Dimensions | 12.88 x 1.42 x 20.02 cm |
by Adam
I’m applying to study Law next year and this book has helped me gain a basic understanding of the main types of law.
by eunice peterson
Am preparing for law school and have been looking for such material to read. It is by far the most comprehensive. A simple breakdown of the law for anyone interested in understanding the basics.
by Emma
I bought this book before applying to university and found it really useful. Although its a popular book, I think this is great for anyone who doesn’t have much knowledge of law as a subject and the main modules of a law degree. Fairly easy and interesting to read – I like how each chapter followed the narrative of one case and explained different considerations that were taken into account when deciding a case and also any dissenters in the final decision. Was useful for my Cambridge interview too – my interviewer was one of the authors!
by Pete
I am considering studying for a GDL and going into Law as a profession, the reaction of many to this ambition is that Law is stuffy, dry and inaccessible. This book goes along way in disproving these perceptions. Although every sphere of the professional and academic world will have boring hang ups “What About Law?” is a stimulating and accessible read for those interested in the topic. The authors write with clarity, presenting a profession and academic discipline of wide breadth applicable to many aspects of our existence. I am struggling to think of a part of civilised human life that is not informed by the Law in some manner! This book may have convinced me, I am about to read it a second time! I thoroughly recommend!
by xoxoxoxo
I bought this for my daughter who is studying law and she found it very interesting, relevant and readable
by ACUSTOMER
Perfect intro to the study of law, consists of most modules from first year llb.
by Aidan
I am starting a GDL next year and read this book before I signed up. Have a good intro and overview of studying law
by Helen Menzies
A great introduction to law, covers the core foundation subjects studied on any law degree or law conversion course. A lot of reviews talk about it being aimed at sixth formers but don’t be put off; I am 27 and found it thoroughly interesting, thought provoking and useful as I embark on a GDL. Would also be interesting reading for those interested in the subject but not planning on formally studying it.