Routledge Handbook of International Criminal Law
William A Schabas editor Michelle Coleman editor Caleb H Wheeler editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publishing:25th Feb '27
£260.00
This title is due to be published on 25th February, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
The Routledge Handbook of International Criminal Law provides a comprehensive examination of the field's evolution, key institutions, substantive crimes, and contemporary challenges. This second edition reflects the transformed landscape of international criminal justice, addressing advances in how international crimes are understood, the role and legitimacy of international criminal law, and its lasting impact on global justice. The Handbook explores both established frameworks and emerging critiques, offering a holistic analysis of how international criminal law operates and affects wider societies.
The new edition captures significant developments including extensive discussion of the International Criminal Court's cases and decisions, the 2018 definition of aggression, the replacement of ad hoc Tribunals by the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, and the renewed relevance of universal jurisdiction. The book incorporates critique of the legitimacy and future of international criminal justice, examining how its practice impacts societies globally. This critical approach is reflected throughout, particularly in newly included chapters on ecocide, gender, LGBTQIA+ perspectives, and decolonisation.
With contributions from a diverse group of international authors, including from the Global South, this Handbook is essential reading for undergraduate and graduate students, academics, and practitioners seeking to understand the current state and future direction of international criminal law.
“This Handbook, featuring the world's experts on the field, is essential reading for policymakers, academics, practitioners, and students seeking a deeper understanding of international criminal law. At a time when the system of global justice is under assault, but also increasingly impactful, this comprehensive Handbook could not be more valuable or timely.”
Beth Van Schaack, Ambassador (ret.), Distinguished Fellow, Center for Human Rights & International Justice, US
“At a time when international criminal law faces profound legal, political, and technological challenges, this Handbook offers both an authoritative account of the field and a thoughtful guide to its future development. It is an impressive achievement that will inform scholarship, practice, and teaching for years to come.”
Sergey Sayapin, Professor, KIMEP University, Kazakhstan
“This Handbook makes an authoritative contribution to international criminal law. Bringing together leading and emerging scholars and practitioners, it offers a comprehensive examination of the foundations and contemporary challenges in international criminal justice. Combining doctrinal rigour with critical perspectives this handbook is an indispensable resource for scholars, practitioners, and students alike.”
Olympia Bekou, Professor of Public International Law; Head of School, School of Law, University of Nottingham, UK
ISBN: 9781041086505
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650 pages
2nd edition