Law's Empire

Name: Law's Empire
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By Professor Ronald Dworkin

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Law's Empire by Professor Ronald Dworkin explores the nature of law, aiming to understand its role in society as an interpretive practice. It delves into how judges should interpret laws, using concepts of integrity and fairness within a legal framework. Through an in-depth analysis, Dworkin examines the philosophical underpinnings of how legal principles shape justice and governance.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in philosophy, law, and the intersection of legal reasoning and justice. Professor Ronald Dworkin's work explores how laws should be interpreted and understood, offering profound insights for those passionate about self-reflection and personal development through legal frameworks.

Law's Empire

Law’s Empire provides a judicious and coherent introduction to the place of law in our lives.

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In this reprint of Law’s Empire, Ronald Dworkin reflects on the nature of law, its given authority, its application in democracy, the prominent role of interpretation in judgement, and the relations of lawmakers and lawgivers to the community on whose behalf they pronounce.

For that community, Law’s Empire provides a judicious and coherent introduction to the place of law in our lives.

Previously published by Harper Collins. Reprinted (1998) by Hart Publishing.

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Law's Empire by Professor Ronald Dworkin has been praised for its intellectual deftness and elegance, offering a rich and multilayered exploration of law. Reviewers have highlighted its accessibility and the engaging nature of its ideas, noting that it combines surprising insights with instruction and pleasure. The book is recognised for its ambition and ability to provoke thought, making a significant impact in the field.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781841130415

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 1998

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hart Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 548g

Pages: 488

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About the Author

Ronald Dworkin is the Quain Professor of Jurisprudence at University College, London. He was formerly Professor of Jurisprudence at University College, Oxford, and he remains Professor at New York University.