Customer Reviews

Criminal Law (American Casebook Series, Hornbook Series and Basic Legal Texts Nutshell Series)

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I own all five first year West Hornbooks (Property, Contracts, etc.) and they all are a great help except for this one. It seems every time I have a question, this one doesn't have an answer. I love the other West Hornbooks, and after using the others, I just can't put this one in the same category for breadth, helpfulness or clarity.

This hornbook is the master work on substantive criminal law, frequently cited by all courts, including the United States Supreme Court. It analyzes all the questions that are not peculiar to a particular state. Where different views are presented by various states, that's covered.

The hornbook weighs in on questions where there are differences of opinion, in numerous references to the "better view," without denigrating the positions that are not designated as the "better view."

Anyone who orders this hornbook will be dazzled by the clarity with which it addresses a complex subject: substantive law.

you are NOT going to read this along with your casebook. No way. Just get the E&E and the casebook, and go to class. you don't need this book unless it is assigned or you just enjoy learning from encyclopedic sources.

I am only a 1L but this book was recommended to me by a practicing attorney. This book is great for a more in depth analysis of topics and concepts discussed in class.

I got the book on time. It is in great shape. The hard cover is in wonderful shape and there is no writing inside. I love this book. Thanks

Really great seller, prompt email response to question about item before purchase, and fast non-overnight shipping!