Law Society And Economy

The book is a collection of essays exploring different themes that differentiate and characterize the approach of the LSE to law. Central to this, is the assumption that law is one of the social sciences and that it should be studied in context as a social phenomenon. The contributors have been chosen for their distinction and for their connection to the LSE, and include such eminent figures as Mrs Justice Arden, Judge Rosalyn Higgins, Sir Stephen Sedley, and Roberto Mangabeira Unger. The essays focus on three main subject areas: law and economy, dimensions of law, and courts and process. Each essay is connected to the broader canvas of the School's approach to law, which emphasizes both legal and social theory, as well as an internationalist approach. This LSE focus on the dynamic nature of law runs through the work of Collins, Higgins, and Lord Wedderburn, while a reformist tradition is explored alongside the introduction of new legal subjects into the curriculum. The book is an accessible summary of current thought and debate presented by today's leading scholars and practitioners, and is sure to be of enduring interest to scholars and practitioners worldwide.

This centenary volume of essays explores a number of related themes which differentiate and characterize the approach of the LSE. Central to this, is the assumption that law is one of the social sciences and that law should be studied in context as a social phenomenon. The contributors have been chosen both for their distinction and for their connection with the LSE, and include such eminent figures as Mrs Justice Arden, Judge Rosalyn Higgins, Sir Stephen Sedley, and Roberto Mangabeira Unger. The essays focus on three main subject areas: Law and Economy; Dimensions of Law; and Courts and Process which are discussed against the broader canvas of the School's approach to Law . Thus, Comaroff, Cohen, Unger and Teubner adopt an interdisciplinary approach to the subject, stressing both legal and social theory, while the contributions of Cranston, Cornish and others stress an internationalist approach. A characteristic LSE focus on the dynamic nature of law runs through the work of Collins, Higgins and Lord Wedderburn, while a reformist tradition (allied with concern for the practical) is explored alongside the introduction of new legal subjects into the curriculum. Fascinating and thought provoking, this volume is an accesible summary of current thought and debate presented by today's leading scholars and practioners. Law, Society and Economy will be of enduring interest to scholars and practioners worldwide, akin to Ginsberg's celebrated and widely cited volume of essays which marked the School's fiftieth anniversary. Review: 'This splendid series of essays not only looks back over the first century of legal studies at LSE but also forward to the second.' LSE Magazine Winter 1997