• New chapters relating to international criminal law and international humanitarian law which refl ect the numerous, signifi cant developments that have occurred within this sphere of the law during the recent period


• A new chapter that addresses international trade • A thorough discussion of the legal protection of the environment, including the Paris Agreement and subsequent developments on climate change


• The text’s discussion of state jurisdiction addresses the Al Bashir cases and subsequent developments relating to diplomatic immunity


• A more substantial discussion of the domestic application of international law, with a focus on the practices of SADC countries


• The second edition off ers an enriched and expanded teaching and learning resources package which includes a guide to addressing problem-based questions in international law


“I am very grateful that the authors have undertaken this task, which most certainly could not have been easy. South Africa can benefi t from another textbook on international law, and this book will be very valuable to the academic community. ”


Prof Dr E de Wet, Co-Director: Institute for International and Comparative Law in Africa, University of Pretoria: Faculty of Law


Table of Contents Part 1 The modern state system: Origins and development


• Chapter 1: Defi ning epochs • Chapter 2: Statehood


and recognition • Chapter 3: International law making as an attribute of state sovereignty • Part 2 Foundational principles and enforcement of law • Chapter 4: The Fundamental Principles of the international legal order


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Chapter 5: Maintaining international peace and security: The enforcement of international law • Chapter 6: Sovereignty over natural resources and the responsibility to prevent harm • Chapter 7: Responsibility of states and international organisations for internationally wrongful acts • Chapter 8: Good faith in the performance of international obligations • Part 3 Jurisdiction and control over territory and persons • Chapter 6: Jurisdiction of states • Chapter 7: Treatment of aliens • Chapter 8: Extradition and deportation • Chapter 9: Refugees • Chapter 10: Diplomatic privileges and immunities • Part four The international law of human security • Chapter 11: International protection of human rights • Chapter 12: International humanitarian law • Chapter 13: International criminal law • Chapter 14: International Trade Law • Chapter 15: Legal protection of the environment


NEW


Lecturer resources • PowerPoint® teaching presentation • Problem-based assessment material learningzone.oxford.co.za


Student resources • A guide to answering questions of international law • Summaries of key judgments in international law


JURISPRUDENCE Introduction to Law and Legal Skills in South Africa 2e


PAPERBACK OCT 2020 OUP SA


512 PAGES 9780190748111 9780190748180


Editors: T Field and T Madlingozi Authors: J Barnard-Naude, A Bellengere, C Bronkhorst, I de Villiers, T Field, W Freedman, A du Plessis, W du Plessis, M Karelse, J Klaaren, L Kotze, T Madlingozi, J Moore, T Padayachy, N Raboshakga, S Sibanda and N Swanepoel


Introduction to Law and Legal Skills in South Africa 2e off ers an inspiring, progressive and immersive introduction to the study of South African law, for students who are beginning a programme of legal studies. The text off ers an introduction to South African legal history and the structure of the South African legal system, and an orientation to key areas of substantive law. Thoroughly revised and updated, this second edition off ers an inclusive, decolonised approach and pedagogy, engaging readers to learn about law with a purposeful and critical perspective that foregrounds social justice and diversity.


Introduction to Law and Legal Skills in South Africa is designed to eff ectively advance the development of knowledge and skills through applied learning and immersion within context. The text provides a solid and innovative foundation for the development of crucial, empowering skills, including reading of legal material, legal writing, legal research, legal problem solving, analysis, reasoning, and critical thinking.


To ensure clarity and accessibility to a diverse readership, the second edition is developed with the input of student readers and specialised language practitioners. The text serves to empower aspirant readers, and provides a valuable teaching resource for lecturers.


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