Australia in the International Legal System

What impact has Australia had on international law and what is its significance in terms of its participation in the transnational legal system? This collection of essays delves into the history of Australia''s interactions with international law and considers how its people have shaped international law. It explores key issues such as the country''s imperial and settler past. It assesses how Australians have contributed to key institutions such as the ICJ, the UN and the British Commonwealth. It gives a fascinating insight into international law''s impact on a domestic legal system and the complex and multifaceted nature of that relationship. Scholars from across the international spectrum: be it law, politics or history, will welcome this erudite and engaging work.>

Préface
This engaging and erudite collection looks at how Australia has shaped international law.

Auteur
Madelaine Chiam is Senior Lecturer in the La Trobe Law School, Australia.Alison Duxbury is Professor of Law at the University of Melbourne, Australia.