Wiley-Blackwell Understanding International Law

Understanding International Law presents a comprehensive, accessible introduction to the various aspects of international law while addressing its interrelationship with world politics. Presents well-organized, balanced coverage of all aspects of international lawFeatures an accompanying website with direct access to court cases and study and discussion questions.  Visit the site at: www.wiley.com/go/internationallawIncludes discussion of the efficacy of international law, a topic unique among international law textsOffers discussion of other topics that most texts do not address, such as complete chapters on making the world safer, human rights, the environment, and the world economy Review "Henderson seeks to provide a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the field of international law. Addressing its interrelationship with world politics, the text also features chapters on topics such as making the world safer, human rights, the environment and the world economy." (Times Higher Education, November 2010) Review “This is likely to be the first volume I reach for on my international law bookshelf. It is comprehensive in its coverage, balanced in its treatment of controversial legal issues, and unencumbered by jargon and obscure legal references. I especially appreciate its attention to the intermingling of international law and politics.” —David Kinsella, Portland State University“Engaging and accessible, it capitalizes on the new direction and culture of international law scholarship. Henderson’s focus on humanity and human rights infuses the material with relevance and urgency and pushes the book toward the frontiers of new law.” —Thomas Smith, University of South Florida From the Inside Flap Understanding International Law introduces students to the various aspects of international law and especially its relationship with global politics. Utilizing an approach that carefully balances politics and law, the book reflects on their interdependency and places an emphasis on an evolving international society largely structured by the rules of international law. All of the major facets of international law are addressed, with topics including: the philosophical origins of international law; its sources, efficacy, and jurisdiction; diplomacy and arms limitations; international crimes and atrocities; human rights; non-state actors; environmental considerations; as well as reflections on the future of international law. Of particular value to students of politics and international relations, readers benefit from the author's expertise in Political Science and International Law – as well as his thirty-five years of experience in presenting complex subject matter in a lively and accessible manner. The book contains enhanced pedagogy as well as a specially created companion website (www.wiley.com/go/internationallaw) providing students with additional resources to aid their learning, including links to case studies. From the Back Cover Understanding International Law introduces students to the various aspects of international law and especially its relationship with global politics. Utilizing an approach that carefully balances politics and law, the book reflects on their interdependency and places an emphasis on an evolving international society largely structured by the rules of international law. All of the major facets of international law are addressed, with topics including: the philosophical origins of international law; its sources, efficacy, and jurisdiction; diplomacy and arms limitations; international crimes and atrocities; human rights; non-state actors; environmental considerations; as well as reflections on the future of international law. Of particular value to students of politics and international relations, readers benefit from the author's expertise in Political Science and International Law – as well as his thirty-five years of experience in p