United States Hegemony and the Foundations of International Law |
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Editor:
| Byers, Michael Nolte, Georg |
ISBN: | 978-0-521-05086-9 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2008 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $94.95 |
Book Description:
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Twelve leading scholars of international law and international relations consider whether the current predominance of the United States is leading to foundational change in the international legal system. This book demonstrates that the effects of US hegemony on the foundations of international law are real, but also intensely complex. This book will stimulate debate about the role of the United States in international law. This will be of interest to scholars of international law...
More DescriptionTwelve leading scholars of international law and international relations consider whether the current predominance of the United States is leading to foundational change in the international legal system. This book demonstrates that the effects of US hegemony on the foundations of international law are real, but also intensely complex. This book will stimulate debate about the role of the United States in international law. This will be of interest to scholars of international law andinternational relations, government officials and international organisations.