| Edition |
Fourth edition. |
| Physical description |
xxxviii, 661 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references, glossary and index. |
| Contents |
1. Learning Law: How can I Develop a Legal Mind? -- 2. Sources: What is the Law Itself? -- 3. Legal Institutions: How is Law Made? -- 4. Classifying and Practising Law: How Are Cases Resolved? -- 5. Research: How Do I Find the Law? -- 6. Communication: how do I engage with others about the law? -- 7. Jurisprudence: What is Law? -- 8. History: How did Australian Law Develop? -- 9. Australia: Where does Indigenous Law Fit in? -- 10. Precedent: How Do Judicial Decisions Become Law? -- 11. Statutory Interpretation: How do Courts Interpret Legislation? -- 12. The Profession: What Do Lawyers Do? -- 13. Law in Society: What Are the Problems and Remedies For Accessing Justice? -- 14. My Law Career: How Can I Best Prepare for It? |
| Summary |
This book introduces students to the foundations of law in a thought provoking way, challenging them to think critically, question ideas and connect with the law. |
| Other author |
Anthony, Thalia, author.
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| Subject |
Law -- Vocational guidance.
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Law students -- Australia.
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Law -- Australia.
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Justice, Administration of -- Australia.
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Indigenous peoples.
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Law - Legal system.
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Law - Legal theory and criticism.
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Politics and Government - Social justice.
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Occupations - Legal practitioners.
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Australian. |
| ISBN |
9780190310844 (paperback) |
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