Reasoning with Law is a significant contribution to the field of analytic jurisprudence. It is a work praiseworthy for its precise and rigorous development of argument, extraordinary clarity of exposition, admirable depth and breadth of learning, and highly engaging prose style. Halpins' Reasoning with Law should be of great interest to anyone working in the field of analytic jurisprudence or the judicial power, and it will well repay a careful reading. Jack Wade Nowlin, University of Mississippi The Law and Politics Book Review February 2002