"In this book, the history and work of the International Court of Justice is commemorated. Its past and future role is examined from various angles which have been defined as "roles" played by the Court. It illustrates its role as a mechanism for the settlement of disputes is examined, as well as its supervisory role, or, in other words, its possible role as supreme court in international law. With the presentation of documents and materials also its advisory function is examined. A discussion of landmarkcases by the Court concludes this book. This book is a valuable source for scholars and students of international law; counsel, judges, and arbitrators involved in international law cases; government legal advisors."--Publisher's website.