Rule of law
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The idea of 'The Rule of Law' as the foundation of modern states and civilisations is more talismanic than that of democracy, but what does it actually consist of? This book examines what the idea actually means.
'A gem of a book ... Inspiring and timely. Everyone should read it' Independent
'The Rule of Law' is a phrase much used but little examined. The idea of the rule of law as the foundation of modern states and civilisations has recently become even more talismanic than that of democracy, but what does it actually consist of?
In this brilliant short book, Britain's former senior law lord, and one of the world's most acute legal minds, examines what the idea actually means. He makes clear that the rule of law is not an arid legal doctrine but is the foundation of a fair and just society, is a guarantee of responsible government, is an important contribution to economic growth and offers the best means yet devised for securing peace and co-operation. He briefly examines the historical origins of the rule, and then advances eight conditions which capture its essence as understood in western democracies today. He also discusses the strains imposed on the rule of law by the threat and experience of international terrorism.
The book will be influential in many different fields and should become a key text for anyone interested in politics, society and the state of our world.
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Taal: en
Bindwijze: Paperback
Oorspronkelijke releasedatum: 24 februari 2011
Aantal pagina's: 213
Illustraties: Nee
Hoofdauteur: Tom Bingham
Hoofduitgeverij: Penguin Books Ltd
Extra groot lettertype: Nee
Product breedte: 130 mm
Product hoogte: 13 mm
Product lengte: 199 mm
Studieboek: Nee
Verpakking breedte: 130 mm
Verpakking hoogte: 41 mm
Verpakking lengte: 193 mm
Verpakkingsgewicht: 856 g
eWaste: Nee
EAN: 9780141034539