The Law Of Nations: Or Principles Of The Law Of Nature, Applied To The Conduct And Affairs Of Nations And Sovereigns (1853)

The Law of Nations: Or Principles of the Law of Nature, Applied to the Conduct and Affairs of Nations and Sovereigns is a book written by Emer de Vattel in 1853. This book is a comprehensive guide to the principles of international law and its application to the conduct and affairs of nations and sovereigns. It covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of sovereignty, the rights and duties of nations, the laws of war and peace, and the principles of diplomacy. The book is divided into four parts, each of which explores a different aspect of international law. Part one discusses the nature of sovereignty and the rights and duties of nations. Part two examines the laws of war and peace and the principles of neutrality. Part three explores the principles of diplomacy and the conduct of international relations. Finally, part four provides a detailed analysis of the different forms of government and the role of the state in international law. The Law of Nations is an important work in the field of international law and has been widely cited by scholars and practitioners in the field. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the principles of international law and their application to the conduct of nations and sovereigns.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

First published in 1758, this enormously influential work by Swiss diplomat and jurist Emmerich de Vattel (1714-76) laid the foundation for modern international law and politics. Barrister Joseph Chitty's edition of the book, published in 1834, revises and amends a previous English translation of 1797, and includes comprehensive notes.