<i>’With its three volumes, the readers hold in their hands in many respects a commanding overview of everything going on in comparative law, ably edited and unparalleled in scope. [...] This impressive and well-written encyclopedia is for scholars without a doubt a reference work to return to repeatedly.’</i>
- William Barbey, Comparative Legal History,
The Encyclopedia provides a unique collection of entries, written by authorities in their field, on the current state of this ever-emerging discipline. Entries provide unique insights into not only classical themes within the field but also expand the comparative method to many new topics - showing the way ahead for future scholarship. In addition, many topics are placed within a broader context, with attention given to aspects of social science, economics and anthropology.
Entries are alphabetically arranged, covering topical aspects of comparative law as well as country reports addressing the world’s most important jurisdictions. The Encyclopedia is an indispensable source of information for anyone dealing with comparative and international aspects of the law.
Key Features:
- A comprehensive range of over 225 substantive entries
- Entries organised alphabetically for ease of navigation
- Fully cross-referenced
- Special focus on methods used in comparative scholarship
- Entries written by the world’s foremost scholars of comparative law
- World class editorial team