The Law of War (Classic Reprint)

John Shuckburgh Risley

ISBN 10: 1330549538 / ISBN 13: 9781330549537

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book is a narrative on the rules that over the centuries have shaped international relations, in war and peace. It is a deep dive into the world of International Law and its ever-shifting landscape of diplomacy, statecraft, and the conduct of war. The author, an acknowledged authority on the subject, traces the historical evolution of the rules of war, from the ancient Greeks and Romans through the Middle Ages and modern times. He examines key international documents, including the Geneva Conventions, the Hague Conventions, and the United Nations Charter, and shows how they have shaped the way wars are fought and how nations cooperate in peacetime. Balancing historical perspective with current events, this book is an insightful examination of one of society's most urgent concerns. It exposes the flaws, contradictions, and successes in the evolution of international law, providing a deeper understanding of the complex world of international diplomacy and the ever-present concern of war. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Law of War (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330549538
• ISBN 13: 9781330549537
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Law

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Synopsis

Clear, practical guidance on the laws that govern nations in peace and war.

This accessible introduction explains how international law works, its history, and the sources that shape its rules. It focuses on the law of war and the law of neutrality, showing how states decide, act, and interact in times of conflict. This edition presents a structured overview that helps readers grasp core ideas without requiring prior legal study. It aims to be a helpful first guide to international law and to more detailed treatises for those who want to study further.

• What international law covers, including the nature, history, and sources of the field
• Key distinctions between the law of belligerency and the law of neutrality
• How wars begin, wage, and end, with attention to treaties, ceasefires, and negotiations
• Foundational concepts like the rights and duties of neutral states, and the treatment of combatants and non-combatants

Ideal for readers seeking a solid, readable introduction to the rules that govern how nations behave in war and in peace, and for students exploring the topic for the first time.