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Space Law: A Treatise
The opening of space to exploration and use has had profound effects on society. This book examines the varied elements of public law that lie behind and regulate the use of space. It also makes suggestions for the development and improvement of the law, particularly as private enterprise plays an increasing role in space.
| Author(s) | By Francis Lyall (University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom), Paul B. Larsen. |
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| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format | Hardback |
| Pages | 598 |
| Published in | United Kingdom |
| Published | 28 Jan 2007 |
| Availability | Available |
The opening of space to exploration and use has had profound effects on society. This book examines the varied elements of public law that lie behind and regulate the use of space. It also makes suggestions for the development and improvement of the law, particularly as private enterprise plays an increasing role in space.
Chapter 1 Introduction: Actors, History and Fora; Chapter 2 Sources of Space Law; Chapter 3 The Outer Space Treaty, 1967; Chapter 4 Space Objects: Control, Registration, Return and Liability - The Treaties and the Practice; Chapter 5 Astronauts; Chapter 6
Professor Lyall is Emeritus Professor of Public Law at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland. Paul B. Larsen is Adjunct Professor of Law at Georgetown University Law Center, USA.
