Description:
In recent times, comparative law has moved towards a new type of visualisation of the law, which is mainly based on indexes and indicators. This book critically analyses this 'quantitative turn' in comparative law.
Review Quotes:
"Global legal indicators play an increasingly important role in today's world. Yet their relationship with traditional legal rules often remains unclear. This book offers a much-needed foundational analysis of these indicators through the lens of comparative law. I highly recommend it!" Mathias Siems, European University Institute, Florence, Italy
"Comparative lawyers were traditionally suspicious about quantification. In this century the mood has changed, and numbers have started to appear in comparative law. Some speak of the quantitative turn. This highly original book is part of the turn as it focuses on indicators and the role they play in societies. The authors show how the traditional practice of ranking legal systems is still part of the endeavour of understanding law comparatively. By analysing global legal indicators they make an innovative contribution. The book will be an excellent read for anyone interested in comparative law or globalising law." Jaakko Husa, University of Helsinki, Finland.