Publication

2006-05-08 - Cambridge University Press

Language

English

Word Count

74,500 words, Guess

Page Count

298 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

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  • Library of Congress Control Number2006284246
  • Goodreads280593
  • LibraryThing430823

Classifications

  • LCCJC571

Description

Providing an overview of international human rights in an age of terrorism, this book emphasises the resilience of human rights norms, the importance of 'soft law', the key role of non-governmental organisation, and the changing nature of state sovereignty. It will be of interest to students of human rights and their teachers.

First Sentence

Human rights are widely considered to be those fundamental moral rights of the person that are necessary for a life with human dignity.

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