An Introduction to Comparative Law

This third edition of the modern classic Zweigert and Kötz's 'Introduction to Comparative Law' is fully revised and updated, but its familiar structure and easy style remain the same. The book first discusses the nature of comparative law, its functions, aims, methods and history, then it surveys the main features of the major legal families of the world. In the second part it provides a model of comparative law in action, comparing, contrasting and evaluating the different approaches and solutions of the major legal systems. -Includes a chapter on Japanese law.