Jurisprudence: A Fast Track Summary

Introduction

In this lesson, we will have a look succinctly at the different schools of Jurisprudential thinking, that will be considered in the following lessons.

Natural Law

In this lesson, we will consider the principles and evolution of Natural Law, from its inception during the Classical Period to its Modern connotations.

Positivism

In this lesson, we will consider the principles of Positivism as expounded by notable Jurists and Academics, such as H.L.A Hart, Jeremy Bentham and John Austin.

Pure Theory of Law

In this lesson, we will outline the principles of Pure Theory of Law, as expounded by Hans Kelson.

Historical

In this lesson, we will briefly consider the salient aspects of the Historical School of Jurisprudential thinking

Marxism

One of the more controversial schools of Jurisprudential thinking is that of Marxism, as expounded by the omnipresent, Karl Marx. In this lesson, we will outline the principles of his philosophy.

Sociological

One of the most interesting schools of Jurisprudential thinking is that which has been expounded by Roscoe Pound. The Sociological school considers a 'balance' between Positivist and Historical thinking and is outlined in this lesson.

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