The Legal Analyst A Toolkit for Thinking about the Law by Ward Farnsworth (Engli

Description: The Legal Analyst A Toolkit for Thinking about the Law by Ward Farnsworth There are two kinds of knowledge law school teaches: legal rules on the one hand and tools for thinking about legal problems on the other. This work brings together various tools for thinking about law. It is suitable for law students, practitioners seeking a one-stop guide to legal principles, or those with an interest in the law. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description There are two kinds of knowledge law school teaches: legal rules on the one hand, and tools for thinking about legal problems on the other. Although the tools are far more interesting and useful than the rules, they tend to be neglected in favor of other aspects of the curriculum. In The Legal Analyst, Ward Farnsworth brings together in one place all of the most powerful of those tools for thinking about law.From classic ideas in game theory such as the "Prisoners Dilemma" and the "Stag Hunt" to psychological principles such as hindsight bias and framing effects, from ideas in jurisprudence such as the slippery slope to more than two dozen other such principles, Farnsworths guide leads readers through the fascinating world of legal thought. Each chapter introduces a single tool and shows how it can be used to solve different types of problems. The explanations are written in clear, lively language and illustrated with a wide range of examples.The Legal Analyst is an indispensable users manual for law students, experienced practitioners seeking a one-stop guide to legal principles, or anyone else with an interest in the law. Author Biography Ward Farnsworth, who clerked for both Judge Richard A. Posner and Justice Anthony M. Kennedy, is professor of law and the Nancy Barton Scholar at the Boston University School of Law. He is coauthor of Torts: Cases and Questions. Table of Contents Preface Review "This is an outstanding book that occupies a significant and unique niche in the literature of jurisprudence and legal methodology. Ward Farnsworth introduces students and practitioners alike to basic methods of legal analysis across a broad range of disciplines. This book should become the ultimate toolkit for those new to the profession." - David J. Bederman, Emory University School of Law" Review Quote "This is one of those rare books that will actually raise the level of analysis at every law school in the country. Details ISBN0226238350 Author Ward Farnsworth Short Title LEGAL ANALYST Language English ISBN-10 0226238350 ISBN-13 9780226238357 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 340.11 Year 2007 Imprint University of Chicago Press Subtitle A Toolkit for Thinking About the Law Place of Publication Chicago, IL Country of Publication United States Illustrations 1 table Birth 1967 Edition New edition DOI 10.1604/9780226238357 NZ Release Date 2007-06-15 US Release Date 2007-06-15 UK Release Date 2007-06-15 Pages 326 Publisher The University of Chicago Press Publication Date 2007-06-15 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2007-06-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:129464615;

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