From natural law to justifying punishment, and from Marxism to feminism, Duncan Spiers explains the main ideas of jurisprudence in the order that law students usually encounter them on their courses. By extracting the main arguments that lie at the heart of the different positions, he makes the central themes and implications clear.

Jurisprudence Essentials is an invaluable study and revision guide for students. It provides concise and comprehensive coverage and is an ideal text for students who come new to the subject and for those preparing for exams. Summary sections of Essential Concepts help students to identify, understand and remember the key elements of the subject.