The Rule of Law: Definitions, Measures, Patterns and Causes

by Svend-Erik Skaaning and S. Skaaning

Book Overview

Through critical analysis of key concepts and measures of the rule of law, this book shows that the choice of definitions and measures affects descriptive and explanatory findings about nomocracy. It argues a constitutionalist legacy from centuries ago explains why European civilizations display higher adherence to rule of law than other countries.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1137320605
• ISBN13: 9781137320605
• Release Date: June 2014
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"