Elgar Concise Encyclopedia of Legal Theory and Philosophy

This Concise Encyclopedia is a comprehensive and original reference work on the philosophy of law and the major interdisciplinary and theoretical approaches to inquiry about law. Entries outline the intellectual history and current state of legal theory and philosophy of law, combining classical traditions, approaches in the social and behavioural sciences, and critical approaches.

Key Features:

• Over 130 entries from leading experts
• Divides lines of inquiry into three themes: philosophy of law, interdisciplinary studies and empirical or experimental research
• Explores key concepts and fundamental ideas underpinning the main schools of thought in legal philosophy and interdisciplinary movements relevant to law
• Presents accessible and authoritative entries on the most significant debates, ranging from work on the concept and the authority of law to established and emerging methods for the study of law and legal institutions

This Concise Encyclopedia is an essential resource for scholars and students of law, legal philosophy and legal theory. Legal analysts and practitioners interested in the development of legal theory will also benefit from its invaluable insights.