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Book Synopsis: In A Scrap of Paper, Isabel V. Hull compares wartime decision making in Germany, Great Britain, and France, weighing the impact of legal considerations in each. She demonstrates how differences in state structures and legal traditions shaped the way the three belligerents fought the war.
Hull focuses on seven cases: Belgian neutrality, the land war in the west, the occupation of enemy territory, the blockade, unrestricted submarine warfare, the introduction of new weaponry, and reprisals. A Scrap of Paper reconstructs the debates over military decision-making and clarifies the role law played—where it constrained action, where it was manipulated, where it was ignored, and how it developed in combat—in each case. A Scrap of Paper is a passionate defense of the role that the law must play to govern interstate relations in both peace and war.
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Discover the untold stories and intriguing secrets of the Great War with A Scrap of Paper: Breaking and Making International Law during the Great War. Authored by the renowned Isabel V. Hull, this captivating book provides an in-depth exploration of the legal considerations that shaped the wartime decision making in Germany, Great Britain, and France. With meticulous research and profound insights, Hull vividly demonstrates how the differences in state structures and legal traditions influenced the strategies employed by these belligerents during the war.
Uncover the gripping tales behind seven pivotal cases, including Belgian neutrality, the land war in the west, the occupation of enemy territory, the blockade, unrestricted submarine warfare, the introduction of new weaponry, and reprisals. A Scrap of Paper meticulously reconstructs the heated debates over military decision-making, shedding light on the role of law in each case. From where law constrained action to where it was manipulated or even ignored, this compelling masterpiece provides a comprehensive understanding of how the law evolved and developed amidst the chaos of combat.
A Scrap of Paper is not just an awe-inspiring historical account, but a call to recognize the indispensable role of the law in governing interstate relations during both times of peace and war. Hull's profound insights and expertise have garnered high praise from experts in the field. Join countless readers who have been captivated by this eye-opening exploration of the Great War. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and delve into the complexities of international law during one of the most momentous conflicts in history.
Take a step back in time and discover the fascinating intersection of law, war, and politics by ordering your copy of A Scrap of Paper: Breaking and Making International Law during the Great War today. Witness history come alive as you immerse yourself in the captivating narratives and unraveled mysteries of the Great War. Don't wait another moment! Get your hands on this must-read book and embark on an unforgettable journey into the past.
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