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Grotius' Three Books on Rights of War and Peace

Title: The Most Excellent Hugo Grotius. His Three Books Treating of the Rights of War & Peace
Author: Grotius, Hugo
Description: [4], xxi, [5], 220, 361-572, [32] pp. Translated by William Evats. Title-page printed in red and black. (Folio) 12¼x7½, rebacked period calf with raised bands, red morocco spine label, gilt lettered. First Complete English Edition.One of the great founding works of international law, divided into sections: "Whether any War be just"; "The Causes of War, both Just and Unjust"; "What in War is Lawful; that is, Unpunishable." Wing G2126.
Heading: Place Published: London
Publisher: Thomas Basset and Ralph Smith
Date Published: 1682