Rule Of Law
About this book
'The Rule of Law' is a phrase much used but little examined. The idea of the rule of law as the foundation of modern states and civilisations has recently become even more talismanic than that of democracy, but what does it actually consist of? In this brilliant short book, Britain's former senior law lord, and one of the world's most acute legal minds, examines what the idea actually means. He makes clear that the rule of law is not an arid legal doctrine but is the foundation of a fair and just society, is a guarantee of responsible government, is an important contribution to economic growth and offers the best means yet devised for securing peace and co-operation. He briefly examines the historical origins of the rule, and then advances eight conditions which capture its essence as understood in western democracies today. He also discusses the strains imposed on the rule of law by the threat and experience of international terrorism. The book will be influential in many different fields and should become a key text for anyone interested in politics, society and the state of our world.
Reader Profile
4.4/5 · 817 readers · 483 pages · ≈ 8 h 57 m · Moderate
How long does it take to read Rule Of Law?
About ≈ 8 h 57 m — 483 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Rule Of Law?
483 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Rule Of Law?
It sits on the Fiction shelves.
Is Rule Of Law in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Who wrote Rule Of Law?
Dexter Dias.