These collected essays examine different aspects of the modern law of the sea. They address many key provisions in the United Convention on the Law of the Sea,

Drawing on papers presented at Trinity College, Dublin, in 2010, 15 international expert contributors cover diverse law of the sea aspects such as straight base

This new edition discusses the important clarifications on historic maritime claims—¬particularly 'historic rights' (falling short of sovereignty); and the i

This pioneering research brings into focus the Islamic contribution and influence in the development of the modern law of the sea.