The Philosophy of Law in Historical Perspective

Mr. Friedrich develops his own position within the framework of the history of Western legal philosophy from the Old Testament down to contemporary writers. In addition, he highlights some important problems of the present day, including certain aspects of legal realism. First published in 1958, this book has been revised and enlarged.

About the author

Carl Joachim Friedrich was Eaton Professor of the Science of Government at Harvard University.

Summary

Mr. Friedrich develops his own position within the framework of the history of Western legal philosophy from the Old Testament down to contemporary writers. In addition, he highlights some important problems of the present day, including certain aspects of legal realism. First published in 1958, this book has been revised and enlarged.

Product details

• Authors: Carl Friedrich, Carl J. Friedrich, Carl Joachim Friedrich
• Publisher: University Of Chicago Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 15.09.1963
• EAN: 9780226264660
• ISBN: 978-0-226-26466-0
• No. of pages: 305
• Dimensions: 141 mm x 217 mm x 21 mm
• Weight: 446 g
• Series: Phoenix Books; Phoenix Books
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Cultural history; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education