Understanding Jurisprudence explores the concept of law and its role within society. Detailing both the traditional and modern jurisprudential theories Raymond

Understanding Jurisprudence provides an illuminating and engaging introduction to the central questions of legal theory. It is the perfect starting point for th

Considering general philosophical and theoretical questions about the nature, purpose and operation of law as a whole, this book introduces students to contempo

Considering general philosophical and theoretical questions about the nature, purpose and operation of law as a whole, this book introduces students to contempo

The concept of law lies at the heart of our social and political life. Legal philosophy, or jurisprudence, explores the notion of law and its role in society, i