The Austinian Theory Of Law: Being An Edition Of Lectures 1, 5 And 6 Of Austin's Jurisprudence (1906)

By John Austin and William Jethro Brown

Book Overview

The Austinian Theory of Law is a book that contains an edited version of lectures 1, 5, and 6 of John Austin's Jurisprudence, which were originally delivered in 1832. The book was published in 1906 and provides an in-depth analysis of Austin's theory of law, which is based on the idea that law is a command issued by a sovereign authority that is backed by the threat of punishment.The book covers a range of topics related to Austin's theory of law, including the nature of law, the relationship between law and morality, and the role of the sovereign in creating and enforcing laws. It also includes a discussion of Austin's views on legal positivism, which holds that the law is a social construct that is created and enforced by human beings.The Austinian Theory of Law is a seminal work in the field of legal theory and has had a significant impact on the development of modern legal thought. It is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of legal positivism and the role of the sovereign in creating and enforcing laws.And Of Austin�������s Essay On The Uses Of The Study Of Jurisprudence, With Critical Notes And Excursus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437136818
• ISBN13: 9781437136814
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"