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War (Clarendon Law Series)

Name: War (Clarendon Law Series)
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Book Synopsis: How relevant is the concept of war today? This book examines how notions about war continue to influence how we conceive rights and obligations in national and international law. It also considers the role international law plays in limiting what is forbidden and legitimated in times of war or armed conflict. The book highlights how, even though war has been outlawed and should be finished as an institution, states nevertheless continue to claim that they can wage necessary wars of self-defence, engage in lawful killings in war, imprison law-of-war detainees, and attack objects which are said to be part of a war-sustaining economy. The book includes an overall account of the contemporary laws of war and delves into whether states should be able to continue to claim so-called 'belligerent rights' over their enemies and those accused of breaching expectations of neutrality. A central claim in the book is as follows: while there is general agreement that war has been abolished as a legal institution for settling disputes, the time has come to admit that the belligerent rights that once accompanied states at war are no longer available. The conclusion is that claiming to be in a war or an armed conflict does not grant anyone a licence to kill people, destroy things, and acquire other people's property or territory.

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Are you curious about the relevance of war in today's world? Look no further than the captivating and thought-provoking book, "War" from the Clarendon Law Series. In this eye-opening read, you'll explore how the concept of war continues to shape our understanding of rights and obligations in both national and international law.

Discover the intricate role international law plays in limiting what is permissible and deemed legitimate during times of conflict. Diving deep into the subject, this book sheds light on the fascinating dichotomy between war being outlawed as an institution and states still claiming the right to wage necessary wars of self-defense.

Uncover the controversial topics surrounding lawful killings in war, the imprisonment of law-of-war detainees, and attacks on objects tied to war-sustaining economies. With a comprehensive overview of the modern laws of war, this book also critically questions the validity of states' belligerent rights over their enemies and those accused of neutrality breaches.

The author's central claim that war is no longer a legal means of settling disputes will compel you to reevaluate your understanding of armed conflicts. It's time to challenge the notion that being in a war grants anyone the license to kill, destroy, or acquire property or territory. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking journey that will leave you questioning long-held beliefs.

Expand your legal knowledge and gain a fresh perspective on war by reading "War" today. Don't miss out on this enlightening opportunity to delve into a topic that continues to shape our world. Click here to order now!

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