New Book: "The Character of International Law" A Festschrift for Rob Cryer edited by Emma J Breeze, Mark Drumbl, Gerry Simpson and Marianne Wade

The Character of International Law  

A Festschrift for Rob Cryer

Edited by Emma J Breeze, Mark Drumbl, Gerry Simpson and Marianne Wade

Professor Robert Cryer was a foundational voice in modern international criminal law. This book celebrates his life, work, and influence. The book constellates 17 chapters in distinctive sections, each reflecting on the character of international law. They include criminal law, the law of war, music and harm, gender-based violence, nuclear weapons and artificial intelligence, law after war, the crime of aggression, drones and targets, the domestication of international law, and the role of law in inter-state relations. The book journeys to Japan, Bosnia, and Ukraine, while reflecting on the role of teaching and mentorship in the life of international law.

Emma J Breeze is Assistant Professor in International Criminal Law at Birmingham Law School, UK.

Mark Drumbl is Professor and Director of the Transnational Law Institute at the School of Law, Washington & Lee University, USA.

Gerry Simpson is Professor of Public International Law at LSE Law School, UK.

Marianne Wade is Reader in Criminal Justice at Birmingham Law School, UK.

Oct 2025   |   9781509983377   |   292pp   |   Hbk   |    RRP: £95

Discount Price: £76

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