Searching for the State in British Legal Thought

Discover the intricate relationship between law and the state in Searching for the State in British Legal Thought by Janet McLean. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2015, this compelling work spans 346 pages and delves deeply into how the common law embodies the concept of the state. McLean examines the multifaceted interactions between the state and its bureaucracy, sovereignty, and civil society. She explores how these personifications influence public law norms, as well as the shifts in the public sphere caused by nationalization and privatization. This insightful analysis also addresses the pressing issues of state responsibility and human rights. A must-read for anyone interested in the political aspects of law in Great Britain, this book offers a profound understanding of the dynamics that shape governance in the United Kingdom.