foundations of law

the united nations is a vital part of the international order. yet this book argues that the greatest contribution of the un is not what it has achieved (improvements in health and economic development) or avoided (global war or the use of weapons of mass destruction). it is, instead, the process through which the un has transformed the structure of international law to expand the range and depth of subjects covered by treaties.

essential texts in international law draws together the most important documents needed for the study of international law in a uniquely handy, user-friendly format. unlike most other texts of this nature, the documents are organised according to subject matter for ease of reference: united nations and international peace and security; state transactions; state immunity; state responsibility; diplomatic relations; economic relations; land, sea, air and space; human rights; environment; and international criminal law.

this significant historical work, first published in 1891 and one of three volumes in the series, is reprinted here in its original format. indian treaties and surrenders is an excellent reference work for anyone interested in the history of agreements between indians and the crown. it is the only complete collection of the actual texts of all pre-confederation treaties, land cessions, numbered treaties, and surrenders relating to land and governance until 1890.

this new edition of a textbook first published in 2000 provides a comprehensive account of the law of treaties from the viewpoint of an experienced practitioner. as such, it is the first, and only, book of its kind. aust provides a wealth of examples of the problems experienced with treaties on a daily basis, not just when they are the subject of a court case.

this book provides a concise and balanced reference guide to the international system, useful both for quick fact-checking on the essentials of an agreement, organization or topic as well as for more detailed background and comparative research on particular themes.

this monograph examines the legal interpretation of historic treaties in canada and sets out core legal principles from a wide array of case law, generated over decades. it presents a straightforward discussion of the relevance of the historic treaties in modern circumstances.

v. i. thematic essays ; regional essays -- v. ii. u.s. and canadian indian treaties ; important treaty sites ; primary source documents -- v. iii. historical chronology ; biographies ; treaty related issues.