Lectures On Jurisprudence

Lectures On Jurisprudence: Or The Philosophy Of Positive Law (1874) is a book written by John Austin, a renowned British legal philosopher. The book is a comprehensive guide to the study of jurisprudence and provides a detailed analysis of the philosophy of positive law. It is a collection of lectures that Austin delivered at the University of London in the mid-1800s.The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the nature of law, the different types of laws, and the sources of law. Austin defines law as a command given by a sovereign to a subject, backed by the threat of punishment. He also discusses the distinction between laws and morals, and the role of custom in the formation of laws.The second part of the book focuses on the different branches of law, including criminal law, civil law, and international law. Austin provides a detailed analysis of each branch of law, discussing the principles that govern them and the ways in which they are enforced.Throughout the book, Austin emphasizes the importance of a clear and precise legal language. He argues that the use of ambiguous or vague language in legal documents can lead to confusion and uncertainty, and can undermine the authority of the law.Overall, Lectures On Jurisprudence: Or The Philosophy Of Positive Law (1874) is a seminal work in the field of legal philosophy. It provides a comprehensive overview of the nature of law and the principles that govern it, and it has had a significant influence on the development of legal theory in the modern era.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.