Assessing the formation process of the International Criminal Court (ICC), this study provides a fuller and richer understanding of this institution. It does so by adopting three analytical approaches: neoliberal institutionalism, regime theory and global governance. Examining the implications of the ICC, the volume draws conclusions about the changing nature of world politics in terms of conflict management, authority, governance and actor relevance. It is highly suitable for courses and research in humanitarian and international law, international relations theory, globalization, global governance and regime formation.

Eric K. Leonard is Assistant Professor of Political Science at Shenandoah University, USA.

Contents: The need for analysis; Historical rise of the ICC; The Rome statute; Mainstream cooperation theory; The primacy of the State; Making sense of regime theory; Complexity leads to understanding; What is global governance?; The ICC and the future of global governance; Conclusion; Appendix; Bibliography; Index.