The Austinian Theory Of Law: Being An Edition Of Lectures 1, 5 And 6 Of Austin's Jurisprudence

The Austinian Theory of Law is a book that presents an edition of lectures 1, 5, and 6 of John Austin's Jurisprudence, which was originally published in 1832. The book is a comprehensive analysis of Austin's legal philosophy, which is based on the idea that law is a command issued by a sovereign authority that is backed by the threat of punishment. The first lecture provides an overview of Austin's theory of law, while the fifth lecture focuses on the relationship between law and morality. The sixth lecture delves into the concept of sovereignty and its role in the legal system. The book also includes an introduction by the editor, which provides background information on Austin's life and work, as well as an analysis of his legal philosophy.Overall, The Austinian Theory of Law is a valuable resource for anyone interested in legal theory and the philosophy of law. It provides a detailed analysis of one of the most influential legal thinkers of the 19th century and his ideas on the nature of law and its relationship to morality and sovereignty.And Of Austin�������s Essay On The Uses Of The Study Of Jurisprudence, With Critical Notes And Excursus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.