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Filozoficzne podstawy Herberta L. A. Harta teorii prawa
Philosophical Basis of Herbert L. A. Hart’s Theory of Law

Author(s): Katarzyna Doliwa
Subject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence
Published by: Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego
Keywords: H. L. A. Hart;analytic philosophy;ordinary language philosophy;performative use of language;

Summary/Abstract: This article shows H. L. A. Hart as a leading representative of the analytic orientation in legal philosophy. Hart proved that the methods of analytic philosophy yield generous implications to law, where they may promote new ideas and innovative solutions. The text emphasizes the linguistic aspect of Hart’s works; his achievements in legal theory are discussed in the context of the principles of ordinary language philosophy.

  • Issue Year: 2020
  • Issue No: 83
  • Page Range: 43-63
  • Page Count: 21
  • Language: Polish