The concept of law

Author: (English) Hart
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Without a doubt, Professor Hart's Concept of Law is one of the most important books in the field of 20th-century legal philosophy, and his theoretical contributions to legal philosophy and jurisprudence are unparalleled. Since its publication in 1961, the book has inspired countless students to think about various legal issues, such as "What is law?" and the distinctions between law, morality, and justice. It is an indispensable classic for studying jurisprudence and legal philosophy and has been translated into many different languages. This translation is based on the second edition of Concept of Law published by Oxford University Press in 1994. In this much-anticipated version, Hart reexamines his foundational theories in legal philosophy and responds to the comments of renowned scholars such as Dworkin. The 20-year debate between Hart and Dworkin began with issues of judicial discretion and extended to topics in legal theory, ethics, and political philosophy. This thought-provoking new edition is bound to reignite a lively debate, once again becoming a focal point of global controversy and discussion, and highly favored by those interested in jurisprudence and legal philosophy.