Grotius, on the law of war and peace

Grotius, on the law of war and peace

Introduction

On the law of war and peace, has remained to be a great landmark in the history of modern civilization. The first systematic treatise on international law becomes the basis for the foundation of the modern international law. The main reason behind writing this book by Grotius; was his concern towards the problem of war. He never hoped to outlaw war. According to him, it was a regrettable but natural thing. The great master piece of Grotius focuses on many subjects of politics, worship to God, legislation ...