The Making of the Modern Law of Defamation

by Paul Mitchell

The modern law of defamation is frequently criticised for being outdated, obscure and even incomprehensible. The Making of the Modern Law of Defamation explains how and why the law has come to be as it is by offering an historical analysis of its development from the seventeenth century to the present day. Whilst the primary focus of the book is the law of England, it also makes extensive use of comparative common law materials from jurisdictions...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1841133043
• ISBN13: 9781841133041
• Release Date: July 2005
• Publisher: Hart Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"