Ebook: The limits of international law

'The Limits of International Law' argues that international law matters but that its scope and significance is far less than assumed by academics, the media, and many public officials, since states only agree to follow international law when it is in their national self-interest.;A theory of customary international law -- Case studies -- A theory of international agreements -- Human rights -- International trade -- A theory of international rhetoric -- International law and moral obligation -- Liberal democracy and cosmopolitan duty.