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The Nature of the Law and Related Legal Writings (Collected Works of Eric Voegelin, Volume 27),New
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During the course of his lifelong, wideranging reflections on history and philosophy, Eric Voegelin naturally was drawn to speculate on the nature of law. This volume consists of many of Voegelin's significant writings in this area, most notably the previously unpublished The Nature of the Law.Voegelin completed The Nature of the Law in 1957 while he was a member of the political science faculty of Louisiana State University and teaching a course in jurisprudence at the university's law school. In it he undertakes a philosophical analysis of the law to determine its nature, or essence, and comes to the conclusion that the law does not exist as a discrete entity but instead constitutes the structure of a society.The law, as Voegelin's analysis reveals, is not simply the command of a Leviathan handed down to others. Nor is it simply the result of a social compact among autonomous individuals or the expressed will of a majority securing its own selfdefined, immediate worldly interest. It is rather a part of the order that a society discovers and specifies for itself in the effort to secure the common good. Thus laws and legal order have an integral relation with the society that declares them, for in declaring laws the society in some sense structures itself.Also included in this volume is Voegelin's detailed outline for the jurisprudence course he taught at LSU from 1954 to 1957. The outline was distributed to Voegelin's students but otherwise has not been published. In this outline Voegelin is concerned more with the criteria for legal order than he is with the nature of law. Voegelin also prepared for his jurisprudence course supplementary notes that are essentially a compact statement of his views on the law, and the editors have included those notes here. Finally, the book contains reviews, written by Voegelin in 1941 and 1942, of four books on legal science and legal philosophy.
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- Q: What is the size of this book? A: The book measures six inches in length, zero point eight inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains one hundred fifty-five pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book use? A: The book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and longevity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Eric Voegelin, a renowned philosopher.
- Q: What topics does this book cover? A: This book covers the nature of law, legal philosophy, and societal structure.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, this book can be suitable for beginners, as it explores foundational concepts in legal philosophy.
- Q: How do I read and understand the concepts in this book? A: To grasp the concepts, take your time with each section and consider taking notes on key points.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for academic use? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study, especially for courses in philosophy and law.
- Q: How should I store this hardcover book? A: Store the book upright on a shelf, away from direct sunlight to prevent damage.
- Q: Can I clean the book's cover if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, slightly damp cloth to remove dirt.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact customer support for return or exchange options.
- Q: Is there a return policy for this book? A: Yes, there is a return policy that allows returns within a specified timeframe.
- Q: How does this book compare to other works by Eric Voegelin? A: This book focuses specifically on law, while Voegelin's other works cover broader philosophical topics.
- Q: Is this book intended for legal professionals? A: Yes, legal professionals may find this book valuable for its insights into law and society.
- Q: What makes this book significant in legal philosophy? A: This book is significant due to Voegelin's in-depth analysis of law's essence and societal role.