The Polar Regions and the Development of International Law

Donald R Rothwell author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:13th Nov '96

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A review of international law in the polar regions and its importance to the environment and to international relations.

This book deals with international law in Antarctica and the Arctic. It reviews how each region is managed by the individual legal regimes, and how the special international laws developed specifically to deal with polar problems (for instance, protection of the environment) have contributed to the development of international law.This book deals with international law in Antarctica and the Arctic. It reviews how each region is managed by the individual legal regimes, and how the special international laws developed specifically to deal with polar problems (for instance, protection of the environment) have contributed to the development of international law. It covers the legal issues concerning the geography and environment of the regions; the relevant aspects of the law of the sea; resource management; and environmental protection. The author reviews the international relations regime theory to analyse the development of the Polar regimes, and considers how the international relations necessary to deal with the unique problems caused by the polar environment and regional politics, has contributed to a greater understanding of international law.

'The major contribution of this book is its comprehensive survey of polar law … The book is particularly successful when it expands the discussion to include historical and political factors … this is a valuable work, and one that helps bring further attention to this fascinating area of legal study.' Evan T. Bloom, American Journal of International Law
'… a valuable work, and one that will help bring further attention to this fascinating area of legal study.' AJIL

ISBN: 9780521561822

Dimensions: 235mm x 159mm x 34mm

Weight: 952g

532 pages