Malanczuc P. Akehurst's Modern Introduction to International Law

Seventh revised edition. London, New York: Routledge, 1997. xxii, 449 p.
First published in 1970, A Modern Introduction to International Law rapidly established itself as the most widely used and successful textbook in its field. This new edition is now completely revised and updated to take account of many new developments. It is ideal for students of international politics, for whom the topics covered on a legal syllabus have been carefully adapted.Akehurst's Modern Introduction to International Law covers a variety of topics, from diplomatic immunity to human rights, and from recognition of government to war crimes. The book is particularly concerned with the relationship between international law and international politics, and it devotes special attention to such controversial topics as self-determination and the expropriation of foreign-owned property where the conflicting interests and attitudes of different states are most apparent.AbbreviationsHistory and theory
Sources of international law
International law and municipal law
States and governments
International organizations, individuals, companies and groups
Jurisdiction
Immunity from jurisdiction
Treaties
Acquisition of territory
Legal consequences of changes of sovereignty over territory (state succession)
The law of the sea
Air space and outer space
Human rights
Economy
Environment
State responsibility
Peaceful settlement of disputes between states
International wars, civil wars and the right to self-determination: ius ad bellum
Means of waging war and criminal responsibility: ius in bello
The Charter and the organs of the United Nations
The United Nations and peace and securityTable of cases
Table of treaties, declarations and other documents