Vaughan Lowe's International Law provides students with a concise and analytical overview of what the 'law' means in an international context and an introduction to the main institutions and mechanisms of international law. Written in an attractive, clear and comprehensive style, the text provides an overview of the subjects for students of International law, as well as introducing the terms and material used by international lawyers.

Vaughan Lowe is Chichele Professor of Public International Law and a Fellow of All Souls College, University of Oxford

• 1: The Ambit of International Law


• 2: Rules in International Life


• 3: The International Legal System


• 4: Regulating Everyday Life


• 5: Regulating the Global Economy


• 6: Regulating the Global Environment


• 7: Regulating Conflict


• 8: Postscript