Includes bibliographical references and index.

The nature and developent of international law -- International law today -- Sources -- International law and municipal law -- The subjects of international law -- The international protection of human rights -- The regional protection of human rights -- Individual criminal responsibility in international law -- Recognition -- Territory -- The law of the sea -- Jurisdiction -- Immunities for jurisdiction -- State responsibility -- International environmental law -- The law of treaties -- State succession -- The settlement of disputes by peaceful means -- The International Court of Justice -- International law and the use of force by states -- International humanitarian law -- The United Nations -- International institutions.