Tracing the evolution of international law from its earliest origins to the landmark Peace of Westphalia in 1648, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of international relations. Drawing on historical documents and legal texts from around the world, the author provides a comprehensive overview of the key events and ideologies that shaped the development of this important field. From ancient Greece to Renaissance Europe, this book illuminates the many ways in which the law of nations has evolved over time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.