Legal Inquiry: On the Impact of Scientific and Technological Development on Legal Theory

Author: Wang Mei
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: This book is a cutting-edge legal work that explores the impact of scientific and technological development on legal theory. It systematically examines the influence of scientific and technological progress on various fields of law, including ontology, epistemology, axiology, methodology, and anthropological theory, presenting novel content and insightful perspectives. The book not only provides a broad overview from a high vantage point, offering a sense of clarity and enlightenment, but also delves into detailed analysis, filled with vitality. It emphasizes rational understanding, prompting deep reflection, while also incorporating emotional descriptions that touch the heart. Each chapter is relatively independent yet interconnected, forming a cohesive whole. The book grasps science, philosophy, and law as a trinity, holding both positive significance for the development of legal theory and broader value beyond it. From the perspective of scientific and technological advancement, particularly the major theoretical breakthroughs in natural sciences, the book offers new interpretations and explanations of some key Marxist legal theories, highlighting their inherent consistency with strong persuasive power. The book also builds upon traditional Chinese legal culture, analyzing its many excellent "cultural genes" and their alignment with contemporary scientific theories, as well as their resonance with reflections on the negative impacts of technological development. It is marked by fresh insights, demonstrating the author's profound understanding and valuable perspectives.