The Reign of Law (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Hook line: A clear, thoughtful look at what international law can do for world peace and what it cannot.

This concise study traces the idea of law among nations, its limits, and the search for lasting order after war. It connects historical practice, judicial authority, and political ideals to the question of how a “reign of law” might guide global relations.

Drawing on debates about international and supernational norms, the work contrasts voluntary compliance with binding authority and examines the roles of courts, governments, and powerful alliances in securing a just peace.

• Definitions and scope: what international law covers and where it begins and ends.


• Institutions and decisions: how courts and tribunals shape the rule of law among states.


• Historical context: parallels from civil and constitutional law that illuminate present debates.


• Limits and possibilities: the promise and perils of ideas like a League of Nations and supra-national governance.

Ideal for readers of history, law, and public affairs who want a grounded view of law as a guide for civilization.

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