Most Interesting 2021: Lesaffer & Nijman, The Cambridge Companion to Hugo Grotius

The seventh and final installment in our series "Most Interesting 2021":

Randall Lesaffer & Janne E. Nijman, The Cambridge Companion to Hugo Grotius (Cambridge Univ. Press 2021)

The Cambridge Companion to Hugo Grotius is a compilation of the life, theories, and thoughts of one of the most influential figures of international law. Through the contribution of several scholars, the life of Grotius is synthesized into five logical parts. His works on philosophy, theology, politics, and law are examined, and context is provided. Being both introductory and advanced, the authors leave the reader with a greater understanding of what led to the formation of much of Grotius’ ideas: precisely what a companion should do. In the likely event that Grotius finds his way into your research, this book will be a valuable addition to it.

Albert Vlodder
Ph.D. Student in Public International Law
Åbo Akademi University