1. Historical development of international humanitarian law; 2. The contemporary legal basis of international humanitarian law and its fundamental principles; 3. Types of armed conflicts; 4. Individual status in armed conflict - combatants, non-combatants, direct participation in hostilities and prisoners of war; 5. Protection of the wounded, sick, and shipwrecked; 6. The law of occupation and the protection of civilians; 7. Targeting; 8. Means and methods of warfare; 9. Implementation, enforcement and accountability.

Emily Crawford is a lecturer and Director of the Sydney Centre for International Law (SCIL). She teaches international law and international humanitarian law, and has delivered lectures both locally and overseas on international humanitarian law issues, including the training of military personnel.

This clear and concise textbook on international humanitarian law guides students through the subject with examples, discussion questions and extracts.