Philosophy of Law: Very Short Introduction

Law lies at the very heart of our social and political life, shaping our culture and reflecting our values. It underlies countless controversial questions - from gay marriage and abortion, to the environment, the protection of human rights, and when nations may go to war. Indeed no society can properly be understood or explained without a coherent conception of its law. But what is law? What is its role in society, and how does it relate to our rights? This "Very Short Introduction" examines t...

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