An introduction to comparative law theory and method /

"This short book on comparative law theory and method is designed primarily for postgraduate research students whose work involves comparison between legal systems. It is, accordingly, a book on research methods, although it will also be of relevance to all students (undergraduate and postgradu...

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Main Author: Samuel, Geoffrey, 1947-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Oxford [United Kingdom] ; Portland, Oregon : Hart Publishing, 2014
Series:European Academy of Legal Theory series ; v. 11
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Table of Contents:
  • Problems and promises of comparative law
  • Asking the right question
  • What is 'Comparison'?
  • Functional method
  • Alternatives to functionalism
  • Structural method
  • Hermeneutical method
  • What is 'law' (1)?
  • What is law (2)?
  • Paradigm orientations
  • Concluding remarks: A methodological road map?