Why should sovereign states obey international law? In this groundbreaking study Fernando Teson argues that an overlapping respect for human rights has created a moral common ground among the countries of the world. It is this common set of values rather than self-interest that ultimately provides legitimacy to international law. Using the tools of moral philosophy Teson analyzes the concepts of sovereignty, intervention, and national interest; the contributions of social contact theory, game theory, and feminist theory; and the puzzles of self-determination and group rights.
About the AuthorFernando R. Teson is professor of law at Arizona State University.
Book InformationISBN 9780813368641
Author Fernando TesonFormat Paperback
Page Count 206
Imprint Westview Press IncPublisher Taylor & Francis Inc
Weight(grams) 453g