This timely Research Handbook explores the concept of polar law as a coherent body of law and as a set of rules and principles that applies to both the Arctic a

International Polar Law brings together seminal articles and essays on the law of the polar regions. This single volume traces the historical development of pol

Analysing the most important concepts and problems of the philosophy of polar law, this book focuses on the legal regimes relating to both the Arctic and Antarc

Sets out the international law relevant to the Arctic, from indigenous peoples to environmental protection to oil and gas exploration.

The Arctic is an increasingly important region faced with major challenges caused not only by the effects of climate change, but also by a growing interest in i