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Complete International Law: Text, Cases, and Materials, 2nd Edition

Complete International Law: Text, Cases, and Materials, 2nd Edition

Author: Ademola Abass
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780199679072
Published In: August 2014
Format: Paperback , 808 pages
Jurisdiction: International ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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Author commentary is combined with a wide range of extracts from primary and secondary materials, providing students with easy access to a diverse range of sources, and clearly explaining their significance
Learning features including chapter objectives, lists of key points and a range of question material ensure students engage with the subject
An Online Resource Centre provides appendices to the book, guidance on answering discussion questions, flashcard glossary of key terms, annotated weblinks and a testbank of multiple choice questions

New to this edition

Two new chapters on immunity and international humanitarian law
Expanded chapters on the law of treaties and international economic law
Complete reworking of the chapter on collective security law
Coverage of post-Kyoto regulation in the international environmental law chapter
Analysis of the procedural concerns raised by the first case to be decided by the ICC, Thomas Lubanga, and an assessment of its impact on the development of war crimes elements: actus reus and mens rea

Complete International Law combines a wide range of case extracts with incisive author commentary to clearly demonstrate legal principles and the significance of case law.

This innovative text encourages an active approach to learning with key point summaries, thinking points and self-test questions throughout; which aim to stimulate reflection about the importance of international law in today's world.

Readership: Law undergraduates studying optional modules on international law.

1: International law in the modern context
2: Sources of international law
3: The law of treaties
4: Statehood and recognition in international law
5: International organizations
6: Territory and the law of the sea
7: Jurisdiction
8: Immunity
9: International law and municipal law
10: The law of use of force
11: Collective security
12: International humanitarian law
13: State responsibility
14: The settlement of international disputes
15: The International Court of Justice
16: International criminal law
17: International environmental law
18: International economic law
19: International human rights

Head of Program Regional Peace and Security, UNU-CRIS Belgium and Visiting Professor of International Law, University of Leuven, Belgium

"Ademola Abass has succeeded in creating a book that is unique in its pedagogical approach and comprehensive coverage. " - Times Higher Education

Review(s) from previous edition

"One of the most comprehensive international law books on the market and the first to combine text, cases and materials. What makes it stand out is the ability of the author to simplify difficult concepts and make them easy to understand. - Ilias Bantekas, Professor of International Law, Brunel University

"This text is the gateway to mastering international law. Professor Abass provides a thorough, in-depth, and student-friendly introduction to the subject. A compelling read. " - Jean Allain, Reader in International Law, Queen's University, Belfast