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The Problem of a World Court: The Story of an Unrealized American Idea

The Problem of a World Court: The Story of an Unrealized American Idea

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20th Century United States HistoryGeneral LawInternational Relations

ISBN10: 1025928431
ISBN13: 9781025928432
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 242
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Problem of a World Court: The Story of an Unrealized American Idea provides a comprehensive historical and legal analysis of the efforts to establish a permanent international tribunal during the early 20th century. Written by David Jayne Hill, a distinguished diplomat and scholar, the work explores the intricate relationship between American democratic principles and the evolving landscape of international law. The text delves into the tension between national sovereignty and the desire for a global judicial system capable of adjudicating disputes between sovereign states.

Hill examines the conceptual origins of a world court, tracing its development through various international conferences and the eventual establishment of the Permanent Court of International Justice. He specifically focuses on the American perspective, detailing why the United States, despite being a primary architect of the idea, faced significant internal and external challenges in fully committing to the institution. The Problem of a World Court remains a vital resource for understanding the early movements toward international arbitration and the complexities of global governance. It offers deep insights into the legal philosophies and political debates that shaped the modern international legal order.

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