Features Offers a global approach - compared to the usual American or British approach.
Avoids legal jargon and explains all concepts in everyday language. Features ten to twelve edited cases in each chapter - demonstrating the law in the language of the courts. Includes plain-language citiations to legal cases, using the full names of case reporters and the courts that decided the cases. Presents readings by leading authors in the field who provide an additional perspective on topics discussed. Contains more than 50 exhibits of legal documents, organizational structures, the judges of the International Court of Justice, etc.