Author Description
This book comprises essays in law and legal theory celebrating the life and work of Jim Harris. The topics addressed reflect the wide range of Harris's work, and the depth of his influence on legal studies. They include the nature of law and legal reasoning, rival theories of property rights and their impact on practical questions before the courts; the nature of precedent in legal argument; and the evolving concept of human rights and its place in legal discourse.
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THE THESIS
This collection of essays investigates the foundational principles of legal theory and property law through the lens of Jim Harris's scholarly contributions. The editors, Edwin Peel, Joshua Getzler, and Timothy A. O. Endicott, compile diverse perspectives from legal scholars to examine the intersection of abstract legal philosophy and practical judicial application. By analyzing Harris's influence, the text provides a rigorous exploration of how legal reasoning evolves within contemporary discourse.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of the nature of law and legal reasoning
- Comparative studies on rival theories of property rights
- Examination of the role and nature of precedent in legal argument
- Critical discourse on the evolving concept of human rights
- Academic synthesis of legal studies and jurisprudence
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Legal scholars and practitioners view this volume as a significant contribution to the study of jurisprudence and the legacy of Jim Harris. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, making it a valuable resource for those engaged in advanced legal research and theory.
Page Count:
416
Publication Date:
2006-04-13
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199290962
ISBN-13:
9780199290963
Property Law
Human rights
Jurisprudence
Legal Theory
Real property
Law
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