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About Hans Kelsen

Birth

1881

Death

1973

Biography

Hans Kelsen was an Austrian and later American jurist, legal philosopher and political philosopher. He is known principally for his theory of law, which he named the "pure theory of law ", and for his writings on international law and theory of democracy.

Hans Kelsen was an influential Austrian jurist and philosopher whose work has shaped modern legal thought.

His most renowned book, Pure Theory of Law, is a fundamental piece for understanding contemporary jurisprudence.

Throughout his prolific career, Kelsen wrote nearly 150 works on law, philosophy, and politics.

Born in Prague in 1881, he developed his academic and professional career in several countries, including the United States and Austria.

In addition to his work as a university professor, Kelsen served as a judge, bringing a practical perspective to his deep theoretical reflections.

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