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The Law of War and Peace: De Jure Belli Ac Pacis Libri Tres
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PhilosophyGeneral LawInternational Relations
ISBN13: 9781025788050
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 994
Weight: 3.00
Height: 1.96 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The text provides a deep analysis of the legal justifications for engaging in war, the limits of behavior during hostilities, and the essential requirements for securing a lasting peace. Grotius meticulously examines the rights of individuals, the sanctity of treaties, and the nature of sovereignty. By synthesizing classical history, theology, and legal precedents, Grotius created a system that balances the realities of state power with the moral imperatives of justice and human rights.
A vital text for scholars of law, history, and political science, The Law of War and Peace remains essential for understanding the development of global diplomacy and the philosophical underpinnings of our contemporary international order.
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