Rev. ed. of: A modern introduction to international law / Michael Akehurst. 6th ed. 1992.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

First published in 1970, A Modern Introduction to International Law rapidly established itself as the most widely used and successful book in its field. This new edition is now completely revised and updated to take account of many new developments.

Akehurst's Modern Introduction to International Law covers a variety of topics, from diplomatic immunity to human rights, and from recognition of government to war crimes. The book is particularly concerned with the relationship between international law and international politics, and it devotes special attention to such controversial topics as serf-determination and the expropriation of foreign-owned property where the conflicting interests and attitudes of different states are most apparent.-- Completely revised and updated to take into account recent developments-- Uses new and topical case studies