Law and Society

Law and Society, 4th Edition, is a textbook by Matthew Lippman that explores the structure, function, and societal reach of legal institutions. The work introduces students to how legal systems influence society and how social forces simultaneously shape the law.

Lippman adopts an interdisciplinary framework to examine civil and criminal law alongside their social consequences. The narrative connects recurring themes of diversity, inequality, civil liberties, and globalism, while also addressing pressing subjects such as social control and international human rights.

To encourage comparative analysis and provide a broader global viewpoint, the volume incorporates International Perspective sections that highlight cross-cultural and international research.