A Critical Appraisal of Karl Olivecrona's Legal Philosophy Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Spaak, Torben (Author) |
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ISBN: 3319380109 ISBN-13: 9783319380100 Publisher: Springer
Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: September 2016 Click for more in this series: Law and Philosophy Library |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Law | Reference - Philosophy | Reference |
Dewey: 340.1 |
Series: Law and Philosophy Library |
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" L (0.94 lbs) 288 pages |
Features: Bibliography |
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Publisher Description: This book offers a critical appraisal of Karl Olivecrona's legal philosophy. Based on Olivecrona's critique of the view that law has binding force, the analysis of the concept and function of a legal rule, and the idea that law is a matter of organized force, the book argues that Olivecrona's legal philosophy is a unique contribution to twentieth century legal philosophy. It shows how Olivecrona's philosophy can be used in the assessment of contemporary theories of law, such as those put forward by Hart, Raz, Dworkin, and Alexy. In addition, the book argues that Olivecrona's various discussions of theories defended by key people in the history of legal and political philosophy are highly interesting contributions. They not only increase our understanding of the legal and political philosophy of previous generations, but also enhances our insight into legal-philosophical questions that remain with us today. |
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