法学

内容简介

法，是法学本科生必修课程之一。在这本教材中，作者采用简明
易懂的语言将其重点知识，如法的性质、法的渊源、条约、
法与国内法的区别，使用武力，国家责任与外交保护等内容一一
作了介绍与阐释。教材 每一章节之始，作者为其内容的重点知识词汇
编制了知识网络图，这种直观的方式，可以使学生在学习前就对
其有一个完整及初步的了解。同时，每一章节还配有相关的案例以及
分析，这样可以帮助学生理解相关知识并熟悉司法实践过程，提高运
用能力。再有，每一章节还附有部分内容的知识图表，便于学生对所
学的知识能够得到及时的总结和梳理。
《法学》这本教材语言简明易懂，便于老师和学生在短时间内掌
握法学的主要内容，并了解英国法是从怎样的角度和思路介绍国
际法内容的。
教材附录部分的重点词汇，可以使学生很快地理解重点词汇的含义，
以扫清阅读和学习障碍。

摘要与插图

INTERNATIonAL LAW AND INTERNATIonAL SOCIETY
Introduction
International law exists to regulate international society. International society is very
different from any national society. Consequently, it should come as no surprise to you
that the legal systems which regulate these societies are different as well. This chapter
discusses the implications of these differences for international law.
Sample question
Could you answer this question? Below is a typical essay question that could arise on this
topic. Guidelines on answering the question are included at the end of this chapter, whilst
another sample essay question and guidance on tackling it can be found on the compan-
ion website.
ASSESSmEnT AdvIcE
Questions on this topic often take the form of essay questions. This is a result of the
unique characteristics of the international legal system, which have led some to
question whether international law is really a form of law. These doubts have generated
enquiries into the theoretical foundations of international law. Students need to acquire
a good understanding of the nature of law. It is also helpful to appreciate how the
international legal system works in practice and to identify appropriate cases which
demonstrate international law’s effectiveness.
ESSAy QuESTIon
‘A legal system grounded in the will of its subjects, that does not possess a centralised
legislature or effective means for its enforcement cannot be a form of law at all.’ Discuss.
International law and international society
Before the founding of the United Nations in 1945, international law was largely concerned
with the rights and obligations of States. It worked on the assumption that States would look
after the interests of their own citizens. Much has changed since this time but States still
play a central role in the creation, interpretation and application of international law.