The Case of the Caves

In The Case of the Caves, legal scholar Lon L. Fuller presents a chilling survival dilemma: should a group of explorers sacrifice one to save the others while trapped in a cave? This article explores the core legal debates surrounding the case, including textualism vs purposivism, necessity defense, and the ethics of law in extreme circumstances. By examining the judges’ opinions, it provides insights into the complex relationship between law, morality, and survival.