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An Introduction to International Criminal Law and Procedure

Robert Cryer author Darryl Robinson author Sergey Vasiliev author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:15th Aug '19

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A leading work in the field of international criminal law, which is accessible, comprehensive and up to date.

Suitable for undergraduates and postgraduate students, as well as academics and practitioners in the field, the fourth edition examines the conceptual, institutional, substantive, and procedural aspects of international criminal law accessibly and analytically.Written by a team of international lawyers with extensive academic and practical experience of international criminal law, the fourth edition of this leading textbook offers readers comprehensive coverage and a high level of academic rigour while maintaining its signature accessible and engaging style. Introducing the readers to the fundamental concepts of international criminal law, as well as the domestic and international institutions that enforce that law, this book engages with critical questions, political and moral challenges, and alternatives to international justice. Suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students, academics and practitioners in the field, and cited by the International Criminal Tribunal for Yugoslavia, the International Criminal Court, the Special Court for Sierra Leone, the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia, and the highest courts in domestic systems, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning more about international criminal law.

'It is definitely a challenge to write a textbook on a quickly developing area such as international criminal law. Cryer et al. have succeeded in accomplishing this daunting task. The fourth edition of Introduction to International Criminal Law and Procedure navigates between reflecting the state of the art and presenting informed opinions on the latest developments. A must-read for anyone interested in the topic.' Harmen van der Wilt, Universiteit van Amsterdam
'This classic textbook continues to get better with each edition. It strikes the perfect balance between readability and sophistication, making it an invaluable resource for student and scholar alike.' Kevin Jon Heller, Universiteit van Amsterdam
'This is no doubt the most complete handbook on international criminal law … an indispensable and reliable source of knowledge. The authors are to be commended for packing so much into one book and for updating it in such an accessible and conscientious way.' Elies van Sliedregt, University of Leeds

ISBN: 9781108481922

Dimensions: 253mm x 178mm x 32mm

Weight: 1400g

640 pages

4th Revised edition