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An Introduction to the English Legal System

An Introduction to the English Legal System

3rd Edition

Paperback (06 Apr 2006)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Written in a highly engaging style and approachable style, the third edition of Introduction to The English Legal System is an ideal foundation for all those coming new to the study of law. It introduces readers to the purposes and functions of law and the law-making process, and explains what is happening, why it is happening, and considers what the future may bring. Introduction to the English Legal System covers recent developments in the law and their influence on matters of public interest, including human rights, crime control, compensation culture, and access to justice. This third edition considers the impact of new appraches to the regulation of the legal profession and of the continuing reform of the criminal and family justice systems. Online Resource Centre Student Resources Annotated further reading Additional questions New developments Web links Glossary of terms (new) Multiple choice questions (new) Lecturer Resources (password Protected) PowerPoint presentations with lecture notes How to use the discussion questions in the text Tips and techniques on teaching from the book Short notes on new developments Seminar ideas (new)

About the Publisher

Oxford University Press

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Book information

ISBN: 9780199278299
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Pub date:
Edition: 3rd Edition
DEWEY: 349.42
DEWEY edition: 22
Number of pages: 320
Weight: 587g
Height: 246mm
Width: 171mm
Spine width: 19mm