Lectures On Jurisprudence: Or The Philosophy Of Positive Law (1874)

Lectures on Jurisprudence: Or The Philosophy of Positive Law is a book written by John Austin in 1874. The book is a comprehensive study of the philosophy of positive law, which is the legal system that is created and enforced by the state. Austin's lectures cover a wide range of topics, including the nature of law, the sources of law, the different types of law, and the principles of legal interpretation. The book is divided into four parts, with each part covering a different aspect of the philosophy of positive law. Part one focuses on the nature of law, while part two discusses the sources of law. Part three covers the different types of law, including criminal law, civil law, and international law. Finally, part four explores the principles of legal interpretation. Throughout the book, Austin provides a detailed analysis of the different aspects of positive law, drawing on examples from both historical and contemporary legal systems. The book is considered a classic in the field of jurisprudence and is widely used as a reference by legal scholars and practitioners.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.