The anthology Law in Society explores how law shapes and is shaped
by societies. The selections stem from a view of law as an integral
part of the wider socio-political economy and one of its central
institutions. The introduction familiarizes students with
definitions and explanations of criminal law, explores the
functions of law, and provides an overview of the theories of law
covered in the rest of the book. The first section of the text
examines sources of law, natural law theory, and the concept of
positive or formal law. The second section considers the origins of
law in social structures and provides an overview of sociology of
law. The third section is devoted to sources of law and social
control such as custom, social norms, and group processes. The
final section introduces critical theories of law and considers
recent developments in alternative dispute resolution and
restorative justice. Through reading Law in Society students come
to recognize that as a society changes, so too do its laws and
legal system. The book is well suited to courses in criminal
justice and sociology, as well as those in social or cultural
anthropology.
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