Commentary on Jurisprudence

About this book

"Commentary on Jurisprudence" by Gazi Shamsur Rahman is an authoritative, research-based and analytical book on jurisprudence (the philosophy of law). It explains the fundamental concepts of jurisprudence — what law is, its sources and purpose, morality, justice, and the relationship of law with the state and society — in simple, well-organised and lucid language.

The book analyses the history of jurisprudence, Natural Law, Positive Law, sociological jurisprudence, historical jurisprudence, the Realist school and various important theories of modern legal philosophy. It also discusses the role of jurisprudence in law-making, legal interpretation, judicial decision-making and the establishment of justice. The views of various philosophers and jurists, together with legal analysis, further enrich the subject.

This book is a reliable aid for lawyers, judicial officers, university law students, researchers, teachers and readers keen to gain deep knowledge of jurisprudence. It is also highly useful for Bar Council and judicial service examinations, LLB and LLM students, and other law-based competitive examinations.

Published by Khoshroz Kitab Mahal Limited, this edition is printed on high-quality 55 GSM white paper and finished in gel binding (hardcover) for long-lasting preservation. This 200-page book is a valuable addition for both foundational and advanced study of jurisprudence.

At a glance

• An authoritative book on jurisprudence
• Detailed discussion of the sources and purpose of law, justice, morality and various schools of legal thought
• Analysis of natural law, positive law, and sociological and historical jurisprudence
• Useful for lawyers, judges, law students, researchers and Bar Council examinees
• Pages: 200