Download This PaperThe Classical Law of Nations (1500-1800)
48 Pages Posted: 23 Apr 2010
Date Written: April 22, 2010
Abstract
This papers offers an overview of the main features and evolutions of the law of nations of Early-Modern Europe. After giving a brief outlay of the general characteristics of the classical law of nations and its jurisprudence, it addresses the laws of war and peace, diplomatic law and some legal questions referring to the expansion of Europe.
Keywords: international law, history, law of nations
JEL Classification: K33
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Lesaffer, Randall C. H., The Classical Law of Nations (1500-1800) (April 22, 2010). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1594444 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.1594444
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