Simester, A P, Sullivan, G R
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Product Description Criminal Law: Theory and Doctrine offers a sophisticated account of English criminal law,combining theoretical precision and depth
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with an authoritative exposition of the law. As such, it will appeal to undergraduate law students seeking a firm grasp of doctrine and principle, as well as to scholars and research students. Throughout, the analysis is complemented by extensive citations of case law and articles. Scholars, in particular, will benefit from the extensive theoretical discussion, the relevance of which transcends national boundaries. Review “Its beauty lies in the breadth of its usefulness. It will provide food for thought to teachers and researchers, as well as undergraduates who are willing to be stimulated by the intellectual challenges it poses...Its breadth and depth of coverage, clarity of exposition and intellectual riguour, are all likely to make this book essential reading for many undergraduate and postgraduate criminal law students.” ―The Law Teacher“This is probably the most significant book on criminal law to be published for many years, because it combines a high level of detail on the relevant cases and statutes with a searching examination of theoretical arguments that point directions for the development of law and legal doctrine. This is a carefully researched, well-written and balanced book, and a fine example of many of the best features of legal scholarship.” ―Law Quarterly Review About the Author Andrew Simester is Professor of Legal Philosophy at the University of Nottingham.Robert Sullivan is Barber Professor of Jurisprudence at Birmingham University.
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