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Book Synopsis: The great eighteenth-century theorist of international law Emer de Vattel (1714–1767) was a key figure in sustaining the practical and theoretical influence of natural jurisprudence through the Revolutionary and Napoleonic eras. Coming toward the end of the period when the discourse of natural law was dominant in European political theory, Vattel’s contribution is cited as a major source of contemporary wisdom on questions of international law in the American Revolution and even by opponents of revolution, such as Cardinal Consalvi, at the Congress of Vienna of 1815.
The significance of The Law of Nations resides in its distillation from natural law of an apt model for international conduct of state affairs that carried conviction in both the Old Regime and the new political order of 1789–1815.
The Liberty Fund edition is based on the anonymous English translation of 1797, which includes Vattel’s notes for the second French edition (posthumous, 1773).
Emer de Vattel (1714–1767) was a Swiss philosopher and jurist in the service of Saxony.
Béla Kapossy is Professeur Suppléant of History at the University of Lausanne.
Richard Whatmore is a Reader in Intellectual History at the University of Sussex.
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Discover the timeless wisdom of international law with The Law of Nations. Authored by Emer de Vattel, a prominent eighteenth-century theorist, this book is a cornerstone of natural jurisprudence. With its practical and theoretical insights, it influenced both the American Revolution and the Congress of Vienna of 1815. Its significance lies in providing a comprehensive model for state affairs, bridging the gap between the Old Regime and the new political order of 1789–1815.
Enriched with Vattel's own notes for the second French edition, the Liberty Fund edition of The Law of Nations is based on the authoritative English translation from 1797. Immerse yourself in the thoughts of this Swiss philosopher and jurist, whose work has stood the test of time. Whether you're a historian, scholar, or legal enthusiast, this book is an essential addition to your collection.
With contributions from Béla Kapossy, a Professeur Suppléant of History at the University of Lausanne, and Richard Whatmore, a Reader in Intellectual History at the University of Sussex, this edition of The Law of Nations combines expertise and academic rigor. Gain a deeper understanding of international law and its historical context through their insightful analysis.
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